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[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

Let's say I went for an evening stroll in Doyleton on Saturday and got bitten. Now the wound is infected, but the real trouble is that I feel more aggressive than usual, especially at night. Not to mention [several illegible strikeouts] hungrier.

Somebody here must watch horror movies. Is there any way to treat these symptoms?

[Added after exchange with Aidou]: It hasn't gotten any better since the first night.

Comments

[anonymous]

[idolism]

Haven't you been paying attention lately? You're half-zombie or something. Try to satisfy that hunger and someone will treat you by bashing you in the head.

I'm assuming that means it hasn't gotten any better yet?

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

Sorry for trying to be subtle. Next time I'll make sure to spell it out in block capitals for you.

Unfortunately, it hasn't.

[idolism]

It'd be more beneficial for everyone simply to note from the get go whether the effects have faded any since Doyleton. But I suppose that's that.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

All right, I've tried to make that a little clearer in my first note. Could you offer any suggestions for curbing the cravings that don't involve blunt force trauma to the head?

Unsigned, although Dean didn't disguise his handwriting.

[kindalikedit]

You ever see Romero movies? You lock yourself in and you don't come out, if you still got the presence of mind to get that far.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

I haven't, sorry. Do you have any idea whether this condition is likely to wear off, or how long it might take? Staying in my room might work for a few nights, but it's not too practical or safe as a long-term solution.

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[nobleman]

Yeah, I'm also wondering about this. The symptoms weren't as bad last night, but if this doesn't go away, it's going to get problematic.

Re: [unsigned]

[kindalikedit]

I think you're up shit creek then if you're showing symptoms or something. Sorry.

[kindalikedit]

Hate to break it to you, but if it's like the movies, if you got infected, they don't wear off.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

Then do you know of any way to ease the hunger without hurting anyone?

[completely anonymous]

[demon-beast.livejournal.com]

Try eating a monster. It might make the madness subside.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

I suppose anything is worth a try. But do you think eating would be more likely to satisfy the cravings, or make them worse?

[anonymous]

[prodigalson]

Strangely, I've never seen a movie that touched upon a cure. If you're looking to avoid harming others, I would have to agree that restraining yourself somewhere would be the safest solution.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the advice. I'll do what I can, but I'm not sure that's a workable solution for everyone.

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[scarletspeedstr.livejournal.com]

That's weird, I got bitten twice and worst I'm going to have are some really weird scars to explain.

Is anyone else apparently zombie-proof?

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[boyking]

It's not just you.

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[kindalikedit]

[Also heavily disguised, not recognizable as posting earlier. Dean's forged it to look like "Earl Bassett's" handwriting]

Sure this is a good idea?

[disguised handwriting]

[boyking]

Not like I'm thumb-tacking up a photograph, dude.

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[scarletspeedstr.livejournal.com]

Awww, now I don't feel special at all.

But seriously, any idea why it's affecting some and not others?

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[boyking]

Pretty sure not turning into a zombie is kinda special on its own.

Nothing that I can think of. Might just be something on a molecular level.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

I think most of the people I know were bitten at least once, but only some of the bites were infected. There doesn't seem to be much logic to it.

[anon]

[himetsuru.livejournal.com]

Some of us are natural predators. Maybe that's why.

[bprd-fishman.livejournal.com]

If you feel that you are losing the ability to control your own impulses, do not stay in a room alone with someone weaker than you are at your very strongest--ideally remain around two or more people aware of your condition if you are accompanied, to ensure that you do not attack anyone without warning.

Keep a careful watch on your mental state and warn those around you should there be any increases in aggression.

What specifically bit you (please give as exact a description of appearance and behavior as possible), and what are you hungering for? If it's human flesh, try eating a lot of red meat or other protein source as a substitute when possible.

[sheisthecause.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much for all the suggestions. Eating a lot of extra protein is certainly worth a try.

It was one of the zombies in town the other night--I think there's a description in the monster post, if you're not familiar with them. I can't remember which type it was, though.

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[toxicspiderman]

I gave someone some antibiotics -- long shot, but if you're reading this, any luck?