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are my cats sick?

May 1st, 2010
BabyDoll <3 asked:


they have lost all their hair in certain, small areas, and one of them even seems to be scraped/slightly bleeding in one of the areas, behind his ears. ive seen no loss in their appetite or their playfullness, just what ive mentioned above. im worried because i’ve got 4 cats, two of them are females and have recently given birth so i dont want them to be sick coz the kittens may get sick too. luckily the female ones havent lost any hair but if the two males ARE sick then the sickness is likely to spread! ive asked my mum if she thinks we should take them to the vet and she says they’ve probably been fighting with each other or other cats so i dont know what to believe. any idea wat it is or what i should do?

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How can I change the way people perceive me?

April 27th, 2010
Dolkite asked:


I’m 6′3″, around 235, broad shouldered, and bald. I’m not happy being this way, but there isn’t that much I can do, really. Obviously, I can’t change my height and even extreme weight loss (I had initially planned on losing 100 lbs in a desperate effort to reduce my chest and shoulders) isn’t going to change my basic structure. I spent thousands of dollars on hair transplants several years ago and while I still have them, they gave me some thinning hair in front with a bald spot in back. I don’t particularly like having to shave my head bald, regardless of the trendiness of it (guys like Vin Diesel and Michael Chiklis strike me as big oafish types, not anyone I’d ever want to emulate), but it’s really my only viable option.

Due to my height, size, and probably my baldness, I tend to be pegged as a protector by females (a label I hate because the idea of a female needing to feel small and secure turns me off) and as some football player type by guys (mostly by panhandlers who figure that it’ll play up to my vanity). I don’t mean to imply that I get a lot of compliments or attention, but if I do, the above remarks are generally what I hear.

I know there’s only so much I can do, really. I’ve tried looking around at other guys with similar stature and lack of hair, but I’m at a loss since most of the ones I see are older men (Sean Connery, Patrick Stewart), oafish action-hero types (Diesel, Chiklis), or bulletheaded authority figures (Steve Wilkos, who I have been mistaken for once or twice)….not really the sort of people I want to be associated with. Still, I know all I can do is work with what I have, but I want to know if people have an opinion as to what I can do to stay away from this stereotype I’ve been subjected to.

By the way, PLEASE read my question and don’t just give me an opinion of my picture. I know my question is lengthy, but I wanted to make sure I detailed what I was asking.

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neutron – Thanks for not reading my question and giving me a blowoff answer. “Don’t worry about it” is about the laziest excuse for an answer I can think of, and I already mentioned that I shave my head because I have no other choice.
I repeat, PLEASE READ MY QUESTION. I’m not asking whether I look good, or whether bald men are attractive….it’s nice to hear people say nice things about me or my pic (I’m starting to regret posting it since I’m guessing most people simply looked at the pic and decided not to read the text), but what I’m asking is how can I avoid the standard big tough bald bruiser/bouncer stereotype?
And also, please don’t tell me to focus on my “inner beauty” or about having a great personality. Whether we like it or not, looks do matter, and we’re all judged by them whether it’s “fair” or not.
Zoinks – Yes, you DID just blow my mind…because your answer proved that you didn’t bother to read my question.

1) Anyone who believes that everyone who makes judgments based on appearance is shallow is pretty naive.

2) I spent three paragraphs detailing how I didn’t want to be seen as some big meathead, then you prescribed that I attempt to cultivate that very image.

3) I reject answers when I find them simpleminded, unhelpful, and proof that people didn’t bother to read my question thoroughly.

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How can I de-emphasize how people initially perceive me?

April 27th, 2010
Dolkite asked:


PLEASE READ my question before responding…I know three paragraphs is a lot for some people to read, but I went into detail because people often misinterpret my questions as an attempt to fish for compliments about my appearance.

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I’m 6′3″, around 235, broad shouldered, and bald. I’m not happy being this way, but there isn’t that much I can do, really. Obviously, I can’t change my height and even extreme weight loss (I had initially planned on losing 100 lbs in a desperate effort to reduce my chest and shoulders) isn’t going to change my basic structure. I spent thousands of dollars on hair transplants several years ago and while I still have them, they gave me some thinning hair in front with a bald spot in back. I don’t particularly like having to shave my head bald, regardless of the trendiness of it (guys like Vin Diesel and Michael Chiklis strike me as big oafish types, not anyone I’d ever want to emulate), but it’s really my only viable option.

Due to my height, size, and probably my baldness, I tend to be pegged as a protector by females (a label I hate because the idea of a female needing to feel small and secure turns me off) and as some football player type by guys (mostly by panhandlers who figure that it’ll play up to my vanity). I don’t mean to imply that I get a lot of compliments or attention, but if I do, the above remarks are generally what I hear.

I know there’s only so much I can do, really. I’ve tried looking around at other guys with similar stature and lack of hair, but I’m at a loss since most of the ones I see are older men (Sean Connery, Patrick Stewart), oafish action-hero types (Diesel, Chiklis), or bulletheaded authority figures (Steve Wilkos, who I have been mistaken for once or twice)….not really the sort of people I want to be associated with. Still, I know all I can do is work with what I have, but I want to know if people have an opinion as to what I can do to stay away from this stereotype I’ve been subjected to.

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I have high estrogen, and low testosterone. and oh Im a Guy?

April 25th, 2010
GAMER asked:


I think I have abundant supply of estrogen in my body… and oh, Im a guy. help please?
Im 16 years old, 5′4, 108+ lbs.

Im a guy, metrosexual, elegant, dashing, noble, slender… slim etc..
No Armpit hair, no facial hair, no bulk bicep muscles..
Im feminine, artistic, perfectionist, loves to carry paper bags, loves shopping, etc…

Im not gay, I fall in love with girls.

and I really blame estrogen for my height.
Estrogen decelerates height growth, its a fact. and thats why Im 5′4 while 16 yrs old.

And I think I have low testosterone.

thats the problem, I think I have high estrogen found in my body,

“Information:
Testosterone:
Pubertal
Pubertal effects begin to occur when androgen has been higher than normal adult female levels for months or years. In males, these are usual late pubertal effects, and occur in women after prolonged periods of heightened levels of free testosterone in the blood.
Enlargement of sebaceous glands. This might cause acne.
Phallic enlargement or clitoromegaly
Increased libido and frequency of erection or clitoral engorgement
Pubic hair extends to thighs and up toward umbilicus
Facial hair (sideburns, beard, moustache)
Loss of scalp hair (Androgenetic alopecia)
Chest hair, periareolar hair, perianal hair
Leg hair
Axillary hair
Subcutaneous fat in face decreases
Increased muscle strength and mass[11]
Deepening of voice
Increase in height
Growth of the Adam’s apple
Growth of spermatogenic tissue in testicles, male fertility
Growth of jaw, brow, chin, nose, and remodeling of facial bone contours
Shoulders become broader and rib cage expands
Completion of bone maturation and termination of growth. This occurs indirectly via estradiol metabolites and hence more gradually in men than women.

Estrogen :

promote formation of female secondary sex characteristics
decelerate height growth[11]
accelerate metabolism (burn fat)
reduce muscle mass
stimulate endometrial growth
increase uterine growth
increase vaginal lubrication
thicken the vaginal wall
maintenance of vessel and skin
reduce bone resorption, increase bone formation
morphic change (endomorphic -> mesomorphic -> ectomorphic)

the only one thing that supports I have testosterone, is the deepening of my voice.
and thats all, but the things that support I have high levels of estrogen, cannot be counted.
well f ck you roger.

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Paul D. Arko tea for cancer patients?

April 24th, 2010
Demetria S asked:


I am female, 51, and was diagnosed with CML (leukemia) on 02-18-06, I’m taking Gleevec and its working and yes I’m experienceing all the side effects and loss of hair. I am trying to find out anything I can about this tea. Has anyone tried it or heard of it? I will ask my dr. on my next visit. I’m sure he won’t recommend anything like that since his visits are so expensive. Everytime I go I get a shot to build up my red blood cell count which costs $1800.00 (what a rip off) and $36.00 for the nurse to give me the shot, heck I can give it to myself and save the fee if they would let me. I’d like advice from anyone.

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Are skinny faces on women considered to be masuline?

April 23rd, 2010
stargazingeyes1983 asked:


I noticed about Carrie Underwood’s weight loss someone said her “body looks good, but her face looks more pointy and sharp, so it looks more masuline”. I am very girly-looking, skinny but curvy, and I have a thin face, but am told to have very “delicate features” and this kind of makes me mad that people are always trying to say if you have a skinny face, and you’re a girl/woman, then your face is more masuline b/c I have a thin face, but delicate features and a small nose, and have never been told this and know I don’t. Also look at Jennifer Love Hewitt–she has a skinny face but is it manly? No. So why do ppl say this about women w/ skinny faces? It really depends on the woman and how her features look on her. Also, ppl say if you have a long nose, if you’re female, then that’s a masculine trait also…but I’ve seen girls with long noses who could never be mistaken for men, even with no hair. I think saying certain traits are “masculine or feminine” is just so stupid.

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Why is my elderly ferret spitting up frequently?

April 23rd, 2010
Chelsea asked:


I have an 8-year-old female ferret. Since the loss of her cagemate this past summer, I’ve noticed she’s aged quite rapidly and has developed some new physical symptoms. She’s lost a bit of weight, gotten very wobbly on her feet, her hair is thinning all over, she’s gotten very vocal and makes little squeaking/grunting noises all of the time, even while using the litter pan. She also spits up quite frequently, especially when I pick her up, even though i try not to squeeze her belly area. I never see anything come out of her mouth but she nashes her teeth and makes little gagging or coughing gestures. It’s not full vomiting, which I’ve experienced, as i’ve raised 3 ferrets. I’m just concerned that it might be a sign of a more serious medical condition. She’s my first elderly ferret so I’m not sure what is normal behavior for older ferrets and what could be a reason for alarm. If anyone has seen this behavior in older ferrets, I’d really appreciate some input. Thanks :)

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Some questions I have about growing old and being elderly?

April 22nd, 2010
encourager4God asked:


Why is it that so many people particurally females dread growing old and dye thier hair and use wrinkle creams etc?

Why is it that so many people who are elderly have alhezimers disease and have memory loss?

Why are elderly treated with indifference and contempt instead of reverance and love?

Do you as senior citizens feel this is a hard season in your life or are you enjoying this time in life?

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FEMALES WHO WOULD YOU DATE?

April 22nd, 2010
Kristin asked:


Guy 1
Really sweet, always tells me I’m beautiful, tries to pick me up when I’m down, very funny & likes to make me laugh. Has alopecia(hair loss) but shaves his head.

Guy 2
Cute, cocky at times, can be really funny, latino/hispanic, smokes pot.

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females only?

April 19th, 2010
sarah asked:


Have you ever experienced hair loss when you were on birth control pills? I am experiencing hair loss and I’m on Diane -35, 21 tablets. Let me know about your experiences on birth control.

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