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Are there any help groups out there?

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p25910
p25910

I was diagnosed with genital herpes a few weeks ago.....like the rest of you my world came crashing in an I feel as if life as I knew it is over. I feel so ashamed and embarrassed, I'm only 38 and hadn't given up hope of being a father but now I wonder how on earth would anyone want to try and have children with me and risk catching this?

Although I feel awful about all of this I have no one to blame but myself, I was irresponsible and therefor need to get on with it, however, I was wondering if there are any help groups/meetings I could attend in Scotland? I am hopeful that talking face to face with other sufferers may boost my confidence and self esteem. Thanks in advance.

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  • Sarah24
    Sarah24 p25910

    Posted

    Don't know of any in Scotland but I do recommend you join the hva (herpes virus association) they are great and helped me come to terms with it a lot...
  • amy61081
    amy61081 p25910

    Posted

    Hi this would help me I need a group in the Dorset area x
  • peter67274
    peter67274 p25910

    Posted

    Hi, p25910. I agree with Sarah24, HVA are a good crew to get to know. They put this whole 'H' thing in perspective and give excellent advice. You could also maybe benefit from joing H-YPE, a social network and support site. We all need support with this and these two could help you, too. Good luck.
  • jrae1216
    jrae1216 p25910

    Posted

    There are a lot of great support groups out there. Millions out there with this. You see not alone.
  • jrae1216
    jrae1216 p25910

    Posted

    I've tried posting the web sites but it won't post for some reason. Search for Project Accept (org). The imformation and support is amazing.
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