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Why can't i reply to this thread?
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In summary, the conversation discusses the locking of old threads on the Physics Forums website to prevent necroposting. The thread in question is related to a possible medical issue, but the forum rules prohibit giving medical advice. The use of the term "necroposting" is praised by one of the participants in the conversation.
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Because, as is clearly stated at the top of the thread, it is locked.larry909 said:
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Old threads are locked to avoid necroposting.
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Ibix
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They lock old threads here. That one's ten years old. Start a new thread if you've something relevant to say.
Note that it looks medical - you may find a new thread about medical problems is closed quite quickly these days.
Note that it looks medical - you may find a new thread about medical problems is closed quite quickly these days.
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larry909 said:
Yes, we are not allowed to give medical advice or try to provide a remote diagnosis here on the PF. That is in the PF rules and is emphasized by the stickie thread at the top of the Medical forum. @larry909 -- please keep that in mind when posting in the Medical/Biology forum. Thanks.Ibix said:
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Borek said:
What a great word.
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Borek said:
Yes indeed. So, I suppose that "liking" an old post is necrophilia.anorlunda said:
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