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6726276 tn?1421126668

Male or Female

Why do so many folks ask questions saying they are male, but in their profile state they are female?
  This is bugging me.
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480448 tn?1426948538
It's because people don't take the time to properly fill out their profile, and I believe the default gender is male...which is why you'll see that a lot.  I seldom go by the profile info, and rather what the poster is saying...for that reason.

You can always encourage the poster to change it, and complete their profile.
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Avatar universal
Hi - yes, many people may not know how to (or take the time to) make sure all the correct options are selected in their profiles.  I know it can be confusing at times, but it is generally best to go by what someone says rather than what their profile reads.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to let us know.  We're always happy to help!
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Avatar universal
Yes, it is questionable and confusing.  But is it because some people don't take the time to check the right boxes and fully fill out their profile?  
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80052 tn?1550343332
Because I think they may think this is a dating site of some sort, before they realize that it is a medical help site
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