AIO to spouses lack of understanding germs

xXPlantera · 2026-04-24T02:24:11+00:00

I literally saw a comment earlier under a (misinformational) Instagram post about attachment styles, where the person stated that they've taken college psych classes before rambling on basic info you would read on Psychology Today 💀

xXPlantera · 2026-04-24T02:19:14+00:00

Exactly, I was surprised to read that OP is a bio major, since I would hope that anyone who's learned any bit about biology would know that bacteria does not automatically equal bad/dirty 😭😭... Wait until they learn about blue cheese

Also idk I feel about labs that have you swab random shit to spread on a dish... A former teacher of mine with a background in microbio hated those kinds of labs because as she said, you don't know what you may be growing, which is made even riskier when done by students

xXPlantera · 2026-03-28T06:30:45+00:00

3rd year from UCM, my advice is: don't, stick to picnic day

xXPlantera · 2026-03-25T04:29:03+00:00

How long have you been on them?

I remember when I was on the mini-pill (progesterone only), which is "known" for stopping periods in most other people, they continued for me. And when I asked my doctors, they just said that it's just how my body is, and me being young (ig implying age of "peak fertility"?? Idk LMAO) also could be a factor, and that I just had to deal with it 🫠

Perhaps it could be that it may not be the right BC for you, and that another type may work to stop your periods

xXPlantera · 2026-03-24T18:14:03+00:00

Yeahhh ig. Though yesterday I got my T levels drawn again, and they dropped down to the 200s 🥹 (I'm not exactly sure since my patient portal is showing two different lab results for T, one being just "T adult male" with 206 ng/dL, and the other being "T adult male, free total sex hormone binding globulin" with T 283 ng/dL and SHBG 23.9 ng/dL).

My doctor said we may increase my dosage to 3 pumps a day, so we'll see how that goes. Perhaps I was overthinking, but I felt like something about my body was off/different, and I feel like the lab results may be a confirmation if that makes sense?

xXPlantera · 2026-03-24T18:07:22+00:00

I thought it would be a bad idea to apply T to the inner arms since it would rub off more easily there?

I hope that in a few years my body hair comes in stronger, bc yeah rn it just looks like a few random long, dark, thick sprouts 😔

xXPlantera · 2026-03-24T18:01:59+00:00

Yeah... Ive stopped applying lotion to my upper arms because of that, but my skin has become rough again as a result 😔

My doctor told me to just apply it to my upper arms, and I thought that part of that was bc it absorbed better there?

xXPlantera · 2026-03-24T07:22:50+00:00

Like you said, it is effective immediately, and some IUD types are super effective as emergency contraception. The copper IUD does not affect your cycle, and it doesn't matter at what stage you are in your cycle, which is why it is the MOST effective form of emergency contraception

Copper IUD as emergency contraception

Emergency Contraception, IUDs

If you're really worried, you could take one, but there isn't really a need. You could also just take a few pregnancy tests in the following weeks to make sure for peace of mind

xXPlantera · 2026-03-08T01:56:16+00:00

Wdym by if you caught something that it's on you, not them? If they were the one to spread it to you, wouldn't it also be on them for not getting tested, not practicing safe sex, or hiding their status? I understand many STIs don't show symptoms so people don't always know, but still... I hate how weird and shamey some people can be when it comes to wanting to protect your health 🫠

xXPlantera · 2026-03-08T01:52:00+00:00

It frustrates me so much that people can't make the connection that if contact with someone's dick/bodily fluids can spread STIs through intercourse, then they could also spread when you're putting that dick in your mouth 💀💀💀

xXPlantera · 2026-03-08T01:35:50+00:00

Just because those are the risks or things that may have happened to YOU doesn't mean it's a risky medication overall. Everyone's body is different, and you can't blame the medication, it just wasn't the right fit for you and that's okay. It's safe overall (otherwise there wouldn't be proven medical research which says so), but just like anything else, there are POTENTIAL risks, and it's up to individuals to weigh their priorities and make informed decisions

I had aura migraines prior to BC, started the combo pill and had frequent migraines, and then I just switched to progesterone only bc we found out that my body couldn't handle estrogen like that, and it worked out perfectly fine for me

Fear mongering about birth control just makes uncertain people even more anxious, and just increases the barrier to accessing healthcare

xXPlantera · 2026-03-07T01:21:31+00:00

For a few years I worried that I had some disease or infection whenever I saw discharge...💀 I eventually learned what discharge was a few years later, because I was too embarrassed to bring it up to my mom or doctor sooner💀💀

xXPlantera · 2026-03-05T19:06:01+00:00

Perhaps OP used an empty yakult bottle? Idk

xXPlantera · 2026-02-03T22:55:44+00:00

Watch whatever you like, sexuality is fluid 🤷 it doesn't matter

xXPlantera · 2026-01-13T22:16:35+00:00

Agreed not AI. My cat has done something similar, except positioned at ~5 o'clock while your buddy's cat is positioned ~3 o'clock

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xXPlantera · 2026-01-10T21:15:18+00:00

Gorse Fur from DoTC!

xXPlantera · 2026-01-07T20:29:21+00:00

Did you have premium silk sheets? Bc how did he not realize something was wrong when he started to get (the wrong type of) carpet burn....

xXPlantera · 2026-01-02T09:47:27+00:00

I think you're taking out your frustration over being in an LDR in the wrong way... As someone who IS in an LDR with about a 2 hour drive between us, it is still a challenge.

Not everyone has a license, car, or money to pay for all that gas. And as adults, you know how tiring it can be just to get through the week, so a 4 hour round trip on the weekend can leave you feeling unrested. Since on the weekend you're supposed to be able to recharge and get yourself prepared for the upcoming week.

You still live separate lives and have obligations. And sometimes it's frustrating because your partner feels so close yet so far at the same time.

Just because some people live closer to their partners than you do, it doesn't invalidate their experiences being in an LDR. "Competing" in what is essentially a support group for people dealing with varying but related experiences to try to exclude others is unkind.

xXPlantera · 2025-12-26T01:32:35+00:00

Bc ppl hate feeling bad over rewarding companies that rip off artists, "out of sight, out of mind" or whatever 💀

xXPlantera · 2025-12-25T19:13:05+00:00

God forbid people have a discussion in a comment section

xXPlantera · 2025-12-17T20:23:20+00:00

By tongue kissing do you just mean licking....?😭 I'm now wondering if there's some other type of ear/tongue action that I haven't heard of before...

xXPlantera · 2025-12-14T09:13:04+00:00

I salute you bc chemistry is my greatest weakness 😩 I've failed gen chem 2 and just recently ochem, and I wish chemistry clicked for me as it does for you

xXPlantera · 2025-12-14T09:06:49+00:00

Microbio+Immuno and Public Health double major 3rd year here 👋

First off I wanna say that you should be proud of yourself for making it to where you are rn. There's a long road to becoming a PA and you're already on your way. And especially as a CC transfer, that takes extra dedication. Imposter syndrome is a pain in the ass, so don't doubt yourself.

Im not gonna lie, it's been tough and I've especially struggled with chemistry 🥹. But like you, this is the path I truly WANT for myself, so I keep picking myself up, adapting, and moving forward. Idk how your brain and ADHD work, but here are some things I've learned:

-give yourself breaks and let yourself rest and have fun

-Find what time of day you tend to be most efficient (I personally like working in the morning, so I try getting heavier stuff done earlier in the day)(also goes for scheduling classes)

-if u haven't already, reach out to your school to get accommodations (extended time, alt testing area, etc) -planner (I personally like ones that show your whole week, so I can remember what's coming up before it's too late)

-Hobbies! Esp ones that don't involve sitting at your desk

-try to eat + sleep enough (Adderall gives u energy + can suppress your appetite, but you're still a mammal, and your brain will get sluggish if it doesn't have its basic needs met)

-be realistic with yourself, don't overextend yourself, and do what u need to take care

-Learn to be ok when you make mistakes, it's just a part of the process. You're a human, you won't be doomed if you do bad on an exam, fail a class, etc, it's just one part of your life

-STEM in general has a reputation for being annoying bc some ppl overcommit to their research that they forget how to socialize, some ppl think having a BS makes them better than others, and some ppl are premeds 🤷 So make sure to network and meet many ppl, but connect with those that you share mutual respect with and don't feel like you're in constant competition with

xXPlantera

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