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labdog t1_iuhdiuk wrote
Reply to comment by GrumpyOldLadyTech in eli5 - If our cells only turn a certain amount of times before we die. Does causing micro damage from resistance training shorten our lifespan? by aus_ben93
And what about mechanical damage? Like various scratches and cuts? Are those dangerous? I know, I don't die from a stupid scratch or cut, but if it happens quite often, does it increase the risk of cancer?
labdog t1_is2yfmp wrote
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I accepted the challenge 10 years ago. I won. WTF have I done?
labdog t1_iuhy0db wrote
Reply to comment by GrumpyOldLadyTech in eli5 - If our cells only turn a certain amount of times before we die. Does causing micro damage from resistance training shorten our lifespan? by aus_ben93
Thanks, I've learned a lot. A couple of days ago I had a minor accident and took a little "meat crayon" like damage. A hand skin torn to shreds, an elbow looking like a slightly used meat crayon. I'm amazed how fast it healed. It looks like I have some brand new skin. It silly but when I get similar "paint scratches" I wonder if it heals this time or not. Well, I have a couple of permanent scars from various accidents, but I've heard it's only because it wasn't sewn. It healed naturally and deeper cuts left some scars. I never had a muscle or bone damage. I'm too careful for that. From the other hand - I'm always in a hurry and I use various tools a lot, so that accounts for plenty of minor damages. It's good to know it's nothing to worry about.