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  1. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    Thank you for such a detailed response! I'll definitely look into the shirts you mentioned, 25% off is not bad at all. I also think that some of my difficulty adapting may be due to sensory...

    Thank you for such a detailed response!
    I'll definitely look into the shirts you mentioned, 25% off is not bad at all.
    I also think that some of my difficulty adapting may be due to sensory issues, but I had already known what felt good to wear for so many years so I didn't even really encounter it much anymore until recently. So I appreciate you saying that it's something that also can just be due to preference, or genuine dislike of the feeling. But I have to do more experimenting to find out 😅

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  2. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    Oh I'll definitely try this! been needing to layer up lately anyway.

    Oh I'll definitely try this! been needing to layer up lately anyway.

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  3. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    Interesting! As I've been on t, my weight has shifted more down to the stomach area, so good point that it could also be a factor!

    Interesting! As I've been on t, my weight has shifted more down to the stomach area, so good point that it could also be a factor!

  4. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    You and the others have definitely convinced me that, for most guys, where the collar sits for me now is where it sits for them, but they just never had to adjust to that from something else. So...

    You and the others have definitely convinced me that, for most guys, where the collar sits for me now is where it sits for them, but they just never had to adjust to that from something else. So it's nice to know nothing is really "wrong" here, it's just clothes wear differently on my body now and I wasn't as adjusted to that as I thought.

    However I would like to thank you for the article because while I am strapping in for the uncomfortable recalibration period, I have been meaning to get into menswear more and it'd be nice to have some variety in my shirts! So I may end up with a V neck, but hopefully just to round out my wardrobe.

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  5. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    True. I also thought, well naturally if something isn't slightly pulling the shirt forward, of course it'll shift back. I just wondered if other guys had encountered the specific issue of being...

    True. I also thought, well naturally if something isn't slightly pulling the shirt forward, of course it'll shift back. I just wondered if other guys had encountered the specific issue of being bothered by the collar too far up the neck but as you and another comment has pointed out: may just be my nerves getting used to the new sensation, and of course guys who never had to have a reduction in the chest area would already be used to that, hence why I don't see too many people talking about it.

    About my size-- it seems to vary by brand whether I'm a medium or large, sometimes mediums fit well but most common problem is they're too tight in the sleeves. Really up to the manufacturer in my experience; but you're right, large is usually the safer bet.

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  6. Comment on T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery? in ~life.style

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    Yeah, I was considering trying out v-necks! Though, I'd like to keep the more sentimental t shirts, I was thinking of learning how to maybe sew/tailor some of the collars to fit better. Good tip...

    Yeah, I was considering trying out v-necks! Though, I'd like to keep the more sentimental t shirts, I was thinking of learning how to maybe sew/tailor some of the collars to fit better. Good tip about heavyweight! I mean, it's getting to be winter after all, so doubly good idea to get some.

    Finally I think your last point is 100% true, I'm still going through the adjustment period for sure. The extra fabric in the chest area is still something I'm constantly aware of-- though maybe I've been giving my body too little credit, as it's already less noticeable than it used to be, and that's considering it's only had 2 months to adjust compared to 10+ years of having a chest! So: Thank You, it helps to remember that, at least for some aspects of this experience, I just have to give my body time to get used to the new normal.

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  7. T-shirt collars ride up on neck after top surgery?

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    Hey all! Long time no see. So, I'm dealing with a problem that I can't find many other people having online and I thought I would ask you very well informed people. So, I recently got a double...

    Hey all! Long time no see.
    So, I'm dealing with a problem that I can't find many other people having online and I thought I would ask you very well informed people.

    So, I recently got a double mastectomy, went from I believe C cups to an extremely flat chest.
    Since then, I've had quite the trouble with shirts, specifically t-shirts.

    They never did this before, but now, the shirt collar rides up on my throat every few minutes. It doesn't seem to matter too much what the size is, large or medium(the 2 sizes of shirts that I regularly wear).
    Of course, they also fit looser, but I expected that.
    Is this causing the shirts to ride up? Is there any way I can fix this?
    Additional, may or may not be relevant details:
    I have been on testosterone for 2 years, so could it have something to do with mass increase around my shoulders/neck?
    My weight is around 210lbs, and I'm 5'7/5'8.

    If anyone knows anything, or could point me to a better place to ask this question I would really appreciate your insight!

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  8. Comment on What did you do this week (and weekend)? in ~talk

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    Watched barbie with my family. I didn't like the story very much, but of course the sets and costumes were to die for! Also, I made an appointment to see a new therapist. It's weird but I'm more...

    Watched barbie with my family. I didn't like the story very much, but of course the sets and costumes were to die for! Also, I made an appointment to see a new therapist. It's weird but I'm more excited about that than anything else. I'd been with my old therapist for 6+ years and while she is lovely I felt that I needed someone with a different specialization. Stoked to see what will come of it :)

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  9. Comment on Genres you dislike due to the time period you originally listened to them in ~music

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    Well, as a young kid/teen I always avoided listening to pop and dance music(and neither did I really like it, tbh), because I was in that stupid headspace of "I can't like popular/girly things"...

    Well, as a young kid/teen I always avoided listening to pop and dance music(and neither did I really like it, tbh), because I was in that stupid headspace of "I can't like popular/girly things" that a lot of people fall into. Years of delving into rock, electronic, and industrial later... I find I really enjoy it now. Kesha's Die Young is a certified club classic and nobody can tell me any different.

  10. Comment on What upcoming books are you looking forward to? in ~books

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    Dehiscent by Ashley Deng. I've been on a horror kick lately and it looks like it'll be an interesting take on the haunted house genre.

    Dehiscent by Ashley Deng. I've been on a horror kick lately and it looks like it'll be an interesting take on the haunted house genre.

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  11. Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games

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    I've been playing Dave the Diver. it's fairly casual, I usually don't have this problem but actually some of the puzzles are TOO easy, they're more like minigames lol. But I really don't mind, I'm...

    I've been playing Dave the Diver. it's fairly casual, I usually don't have this problem but actually some of the puzzles are TOO easy, they're more like minigames lol. But I really don't mind, I'm having a blast! The game has a great sense of humour, the flavour animations have made me bust out laughing several times. It's also just fun to dive and catch fish so you can serve them in the dine n dash sections. I'd say that it goes at a good pace, building up to you having to manage a fair bit of things without you really realizing. I'll be sad when the ride is over. But yeah, it was definitely a pleasant surprise from the summer releases!

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  12. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Tysm for these! I'd actually heard of oh joy sex toy before but never actually read it. Clicked in and immediately learned something new!

    Tysm for these! I'd actually heard of oh joy sex toy before but never actually read it. Clicked in and immediately learned something new!

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  13. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Wow you're a saint! Tysm! I've also read Tales of the Unusual and you're right, it's simple spooky tales done well. I also did read Wolfsbane the other night and really enjoyed, so thank you! The...

    Wow you're a saint! Tysm! I've also read Tales of the Unusual and you're right, it's simple spooky tales done well.
    I also did read Wolfsbane the other night and really enjoyed, so thank you! The art was so cool, you don't often see traditional art on webtoon I feel.

  14. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Oh those last two I've heard mentioned around! Just so I know what I'm in for irt order of the stick, is it like an ava's demon situation where everyone is basically convinced the author will...

    Oh those last two I've heard mentioned around!
    Just so I know what I'm in for irt order of the stick, is it like an ava's demon situation where everyone is basically convinced the author will never finish the work? I don't know if my heart can take another of those.

  15. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    I see! Actually that does entice me to keep reading so I'll check them out soon, I quit a few months ago. Maybe I really did stop reading before it got good haha. Yeah I do notice that a lot,...

    I see! Actually that does entice me to keep reading so I'll check them out soon, I quit a few months ago. Maybe I really did stop reading before it got good haha.
    Yeah I do notice that a lot, artists putting a lot of effort into first season art but then realizing that's too demanding so they have to scale it back for their health. And yeah that makes sense, more crew means chances for it to be less consistent. But if it helps the artists to be in a better place overall, I can't complain.

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  16. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Oh, I'd heard of Sweet home and Shotgun Boy all over the place but never actually got it sold to me. Well, I'm interested. (and the other ones. I might actually read Wolfsbane rn while i wind...

    Oh, I'd heard of Sweet home and Shotgun Boy all over the place but never actually got it sold to me. Well, I'm interested. (and the other ones. I might actually read Wolfsbane rn while i wind down)
    Go ahead and post your other favs, I might not end up liking them but maybe someone else will!

  17. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Oh my gosh, your comment is like a treasure trove. I would love to hear more recs from you, got any sci fi or mystery?

    Oh my gosh, your comment is like a treasure trove. I would love to hear more recs from you, got any sci fi or mystery?

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  18. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Thanks so much for these! I'll check out all of them but Wilde Life and Tales from Alderwood really stuck out to me! Good taste 🤌

    Thanks so much for these! I'll check out all of them but Wilde Life and Tales from Alderwood really stuck out to me! Good taste 🤌

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  19. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Oh wow, I've just gone and looked at the site and I love the vibe and character designs. I'll definitely check it out!

    Oh wow, I've just gone and looked at the site and I love the vibe and character designs. I'll definitely check it out!

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  20. Comment on Favorite independent/lesser known comics? in ~comics

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    Oh I love Countdown to Countdown! The artist illustrated a new comic out on tapas called Daughter of a Thousand Faces, which I have been enjoying a lot. I also liked Lovebot and Muted(from the...

    Oh I love Countdown to Countdown! The artist illustrated a new comic out on tapas called Daughter of a Thousand Faces, which I have been enjoying a lot. I also liked Lovebot and Muted(from the same creator).
    I did read Covenant and Croaking but I stopped reading awhile ago for some reason, do you recommend picking them back up?

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