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In response to the age differences thread, I think every time I see an old man, I think of these commericals (and Viagra commercials).


Coupled with the knowledge that men have shorter lifespans and more medical issues, these advertisements make me think that when men get to a certain age they are no longer healthy.


I know this sounds crazy but I just realized this is what goes through my mind.


Incidentally, I am watching a tv program about older women and younger men.Funny how this ad is runningduring this show. LOL
 
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Being in the medical field (I think you are, yes?), you know as well as i that if a man lives long enough, he will eventually have prostate cancer of one stage or another (or at least a 90%+ chance of it).


But what about a man of higher chronological age who still has dark, NOT dyedhair, looks almost half his age, is VERY fit (like
 
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Being in the medical field (I think you are, yes?), you know as well as i that if a man lives long enough, he will eventually have prostate cancer of one stage or another (or at least a 90%+ chance of it).


But what about a man of higher chronological age who still has dark, NOT dyedhair, looks almost half his age, is VERY fit (like
 
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But what about a man of higher chronological age who still has dark, NOT dyedhair, looks almost half his age, is VERY fit (like
 
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I can't stand this commercial - I can tolerate the other commercials but this commerical bugs me!!!!!
 
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ladydoctor, wrote :

Coupled with the knowledge that men have shorter lifespans and more medical issues, these advertisements make me think that when men get to a certain age they are no longer healthy.
Are you attempting to rationalize your desire for some young man-candy?
 
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LizziePooh,580892 wrote :

I can't stand this commercial - I can tolerate the other commercials but this commerical bugs me!!!!!
for some reason, sometimes the rest of the commercial gets cut off, and all i hear is the guy saying "Male Enhancement." very emphatically. it makes me laugh every time.
 
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D_Lion,580964 wrote :

ladydoctor, wrote :


Coupled with the knowledge that men have shorter lifespans and more medical issues, these advertisements make me think that when men get to a certain age they are no longer healthy.


Are you attempting to rationalize your desire for some young man-candy?
i find that young man-candy is flavorful and long lasting, but has a very short shelf life.
 
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scarlet13,580982 wrote :

i find that young man-candy is flavorful and long lasting, but has a very short shelf life.
That’s when you go back to the store to pick out another sweet confection to pop into your mouth.
 
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