Welcome to r/Medical! Your safe space for medical questions. -
Read the rules, ask and answer questions, and remember, your well-being matters here. -
This is a supportive community where you can explore, share, and learn about health and related topics. -
Join the conversation and let's navigate our medical curiosity together!
This is a discussion forum for medical topics. This is not a replacement for a medical evaluation. Many of our members are not medical professionals.
Posting in this community does not establish liability nor a professional-client relationship. If in doubt, consult qualified healthcare personnel.
Note: This community cannot provide emergency assistance. In urgent situations, seek immediate medical help.
r/medical is a space for all your health related questions, regardless of it being somatic, psychiatric, sexual—all medical related questions are permitted as long as they are within the confines of our rules—whether it's a common concern or a personal question, there's no judgment here. Every question is valid unless it poses harm.
While the advice shared isn't a replacement for professional diagnosis, consider it a supportive community for understanding your body and health.
The Moderators and Community Managers of r/medical reserve the right to take any action that is in the best interests of the subreddit or its community.
Information on actions made at Moderator and Community Managers discretion may not be provided.
This includes, but is not limited to, removing posts or comments, banning users, or changing the content, interpretation, or enforcement of these rules.
We prioritize kindness, respect and inclusivity. Jokes about serious topics like rape, death, self-harm or hurtful speech is strictly prohibited.
No misinformation; offer only genuine advice. Protect privacy by censoring personal details before posting.
Foster an environment where questions are encouraged and learning about our bodies is embraced.
Familiarize with Reddiquette.
Remember to censor personal details to uphold privacy.
Violations result in a ban.
Post titles should provide a clear and specific idea of your question or the photo content.
A descriptive title not only attracts users with relevant expertise but ensures you receive the most useful advice.
Avoid titles like 'What's this?' or 'Is this normal?' as they may not accurately state your concern, potentially restricting assistance.
Be specific, and informative in your titles, clarity increases the quality of assistance within the community.
Do not PM users without consent.
Do not PM Moderators or Community Managers unless asked. Use ModMail for communication with the Mod Team.
Violators will be banned.
Unflaired users can not claim medical expertise.
Professionals/students need verification to claim credentials - Flairs can be assigned through the official process - Visit our WIKI on how to becoming verified.
Note that misuse, harassment, or clearly spreading misinformation will lead to removal of the flair and ban.
r/medical prohibits content that poses risk/harm to self or others, or that spread misinformation.
Harmful practices; self-destructive behaviour; and non-evidence based medical advice are strictly against our rules.
We aim for a safe space with accurate, evidence-based information.
Any violation will be met with sanctions.
Posts including pictures/videos of parts of the body considered NSFW (regardless of gender), such as: nipples, breast, vulva, vagina, butt, anus, penis, testicles, or any part of the pubic area are strictly for people above the age of 18 and must include age in the title.
Minors (or parents on behalf of minors) are strictly prohibited from posting such content; any attempt will lead to an immediate and permanent ban to ensure the safety of all users.
Allowed with strict criteria—include TW SH/SA in title, and SPOILER tag.
Moderated heavily for safety; Mods or CMs may lock comments or remove posts to prevent trolling.
'What layer is this?' and similar posts will be removed.
SH or SA glorification will result in a permanent ban without warning.
For dedicated SH content, visit r/selfharm or r/selfharmscars.
For dedicated SA content, visit r/RapeCounseling or r/SexualAssault.
If you're suicidal, seek support on r/SuicideWatch.
We prohibit substance/medication identification or identifications for bites/stings or rashes, as it’s infeasible to identify based on a picture or description.
Consult Pharmacologist, Physician, or Dermatologist for these.
Posts speculating cancer based on symptoms, lesions, moles etc., will be removed. Cancer cannot be diagnosed or ruled out via Reddit; it's irresponsible to allow this type of speculation.
No fundraising, advertising, surveys, or polls allowed on this subreddit.
While we support healthcare personnel and education, we cannot guarantee the confidentiality of personal information in surveys.
We treat everyone equally and have denied previous requests for fundraising, advertising, and surveys.
Posts that are reposted within 24 hours will be removed.
Reposts are permitted once every 24 hours.
Repeatedly violating this rule may lead to a ban.
Posts on rabies or amoeba (Naegleria fowleri, etc.) infection is prohibited, as it is not possible to diagnose these over the internet.
If you suspect exposure to rabies, contact your local health department to discuss risk factors and determine if vaccination is necessary.
Discussion of political matters is strictly prohibited within r/medical's community. This includes but is not limited to debates, opinions, or references to political figures, parties, policies, or ideologies.
Our focus is on providing support and information related to medical topics.
Any posts or comments that are politically charged will be removed, and repeated violations may result in a ban.
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