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submitted 21 hours ago* (last edited 21 hours ago) by brookedSmile to c/mtf

Seriously? Taking the advice from my doctor, im supposed to trash after 4th shot. He says there will be a bit left, but because of contamination(???) he wants me to switch vials every 4th shot.

Like, is that the real reason? Because it physically hurts to throw this away, knowing how much i and others have worked to get this stuff in the first place, and how many sisters cant access it ๐Ÿ˜ญ

Also really seems like a waste of time and resources. Like people had to make this, and that required time effort and money. Are we cool with throwing away the results of so much progress and effort?

Idk, its hitting me now that i have to toss one, these are all questions i have that my doctor will probly hear next time i go in ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

PS. My nails look bad, its been a really rough month, dont talk about it ๐Ÿ˜‚

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[-] Dionysus@leminal.space 23 points 18 hours ago

Someone was sloppy once, got sick and sued, they did a bunch of tests and figured that normal germs won't be possible below 5 and to cover their asses now recommend 4.

Blame the litigious system we have, same reason every plastic bag says don't put it over your head.

If you're smart about it, use the vial.

If you reuse needles to extract, use giant needles to core the hole and ruin the seal, or just keep it in filthy conditions, then that's your fault for getting sick.

Another thing to consider, some... Not all... But some are filled with inert gas that prevents oxidation or other reactions that can happen when exposed to the air.

If enough outside air gets in, there is a shot that has a reaction with the contents and you're now not getting the dose or quality you need, then wonder what's wrong.

Chemistry is a bitch, be careful and you should be ok, but just know what you're risking and check if it reacts to general outside air, or if it's really a germ contamination thing.

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