STD and other medical related subjects.

[Mattis1775]

So what's the best time frame to get tested?

Just go get tested. Forget about the timeframe or whatever your research is telling you. There are several free locations, BMC, MGH and community centers. At least get a baseline.

[Mattis1775]

If you're going to get a wax, don't go to European Wax. They're a chain and the cost is standard, except that new clients get half off. Went to the one in Brookline and she tore my top layer off. I've had several wax treatments, including a few from Winthrop and it never happened. She wouldn't even hold my dick down and told me to do it. That's probably where she tore the skin. I most likely didn't hold it down correctly. Do yourself a favor and go to the private studios or Winthrop. You'll be happy with the results.

[Max Walker86]

I agree 100%. That's the challenge with the self-medication of antibiotics.

In the case of Doxycycline as a post-exposure prophylaxis, we know the drug, its dose, and when it needs to be taken.

Don't take antibiotics for no reason if you don't have anything wrong with your body.

I actually got treated with doxycycline 100 mg twice daily for 14 days.
I think it was called chancroid. Google images make it look nasty.
Mine was a small break in the skin but very bad stinging that went away
In 3 days. I believe I got it from oral sex from a streetwalker whiles back.
Idk exactly. I have no sti or std kinda scared and might stop the streetwalker hobby.

[Oldmonger]

The trick is knowing what the right antibiotic is, and the proper dosage.

I agree 100%. That's the challenge with the self-medication of antibiotics.

In the case of Doxycycline as a post-exposure prophylaxis, we know the drug, its dose, and when it needs to be taken.

[Ho Hunter 328]

No, antibiotics for fish are not safe for human consumption. These antibiotics are specifically formulated for use in aquatic animals like fish and are not approved or intended for human use.

Using antibiotics meant for fish in humans can be extremely dangerous and may lead to serious health risks. Fish antibiotics are not regulated or evaluated for human safety and effectiveness by health authorities such as the USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or similar agencies in other countries. As a result, their quality, purity, and potential side effects in humans are unknown.

Same pharmaceutical company which supplies human medications.

Exact same pills, verified with Physicians Desk Reference. Same shape, same color, same numbers, etc.

The only difference is the packaging (and of course the price).

Many animal medications are the exact same as human medications, they're just cheaper because the insurance companies aren't involved. Ask any veterinarian, I guarantee they've taken "animal" medications before, and given them to their own family. The trick is knowing what the right antibiotic is, and the proper dosage.

Stay safe, and happy hunting.

[Oldmonger]

There is no any solid evidence that antibiotics (including doxycycline) used to treat fish are any different from those used in human subjects. You could look at the article in PLOS One overviewing the use of fish antibiotics for self-medication: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/ar...l.pone.0238538.

PLOS One is peer reviewed, so it's not a complete garbage-publishing journal.

If I were facing a near-certain bacterial STI and did not have timely access to the prescribed drug, I would take the fish antibiotic and hope for the best.

[Andir]

There is no any solid evidence that antibiotics (including doxycycline) used to treat fish are any different from those used in human subjects. You could look at the article in PLOS One overviewing the use of fish antibiotics for self-medication: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/ar...l.pone.0238538.

PLOS One is peer reviewed, so it's not a complete garbage-publishing journal.

[Oldmonger]

Looks like you copy-pasted that from somewhere online. LOL.

Here is some original, well-intentioned content:

While there are significant downsides to the frequent use of Doxycycline, anyone getting sloppy seconds should have a good supply on hand.

Since time is of the essence, you will have better protection if you take it just before the activity.

[Oldmonger]

Doxycycline is relatively inexpensive. The GoodRx price for 20 100 mg capsules ranges from $9.06 at Star Market to $36.07 at Walgreens.

[Oldmonger]

Total bullshit.

You're in luck: Antibiotics (including Doxycycline) for fish are readily available.

[LustyB]

No, antibiotics for fish are not safe for human consumption. These antibiotics are specifically formulated for use in aquatic animals like fish and are not approved or intended for human use.

Using antibiotics meant for fish in humans can be extremely dangerous and may lead to serious health risks. Fish antibiotics are not regulated or evaluated for human safety and effectiveness by health authorities such as the USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or similar agencies in other countries. As a result, their quality, purity, and potential side effects in humans are unknown.

Total bullshit.

[Member #6449]

No, antibiotics for fish are not safe for human consumption. These antibiotics are specifically formulated for use in aquatic animals like fish and are not approved or intended for human use.

Using antibiotics meant for fish in humans can be extremely dangerous and may lead to serious health risks. Fish antibiotics are not regulated or evaluated for human safety and effectiveness by health authorities such as the USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or similar agencies in other countries. As a result, their quality, purity, and potential side effects in humans are unknown.

Looks like you copy-pasted that from somewhere online. LOL.

[EarlSandwich]

When should patients take DoxyPEP?

- Patients are advised to take 200 mg of doxycycline within 24 hrs but no later than 72 hrs after condomless oral, anal, or vaginal sex.

- Doxycycline can be taken every day depending on the frequency of sexual activity. However, patients should not take more than 200 mg within a 24 hr period.

That's what they give you at the minute clinic if you get a tick bite. Fake a tick bite and go to the clinic.

[Oldmonger]

"Fish" antibiotics online are another option. Same exact pills, from the same pharmaceutical companies, but in packages marked "not for human use". It's a much cheaper option, and as I said, it's the same pills.

Stay safe, and happy hunting.

No, antibiotics for fish are not safe for human consumption. These antibiotics are specifically formulated for use in aquatic animals like fish and are not approved or intended for human use.

Using antibiotics meant for fish in humans can be extremely dangerous and may lead to serious health risks. Fish antibiotics are not regulated or evaluated for human safety and effectiveness by health authorities such as the USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or similar agencies in other countries. As a result, their quality, purity, and potential side effects in humans are unknown.

[Oldmonger]

There is news about using doxycycline for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for bacterial infections from oral, vaginal, and anal sex.

If you engage in risky sex, one 200 mg dose will significantly reduce the likelihood of becoming infected with syphilis, chlamydia, and to a lesser extent, gonorrhea. The sooner you take the doxycycline, the more effective it will be. And after 72 hours, it is likely to have little, if any, effect. Also, doxycycline offers no protection against viral infections like HIV and herpes.

Sadly, I have a good supply of doxycycline, but I am not getting enough sex.

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/09/h...%20 gonorrhea.

When should patients take DoxyPEP?

- Patients are advised to take 200 mg of doxycycline within 24 hrs but no later than 72 hrs after condomless oral, anal, or vaginal sex.

- Doxycycline can be taken every day depending on the frequency of sexual activity. However, patients should not take more than 200 mg within a 24 hr period.