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Dating with HSV2

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tee1710
tee1710

I was diagnosed today and obviously am absolutely devastated. From reading all of these posts it seems like so many of you are in long term relationships with a supportive partner which is amazing. I have had terrible luck dating and the last guy I slept with I believe gave me the virus. Is anyone else feeling worried that they will now be single forever?? I’m only 26 and I feel like my whole world has just imploded. How the hell do you find someone in this day and age who is going to be a good enough person to understand this? 

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    Guest tee1710

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    Hi, I’m very sorry to hear of your diagnosis. As a girl, you’ll be easily accepted by guys. I was nice enough to accept a girl who was diagnosed, a few months later she dumped me and move on & left me at risk. If you find it difficult, please understand that it’s hard for some people to digest and come to terms with.

    It is important to disclose your status to your next partner and no need to if you don’t plan on getting serious. 

    On the bright side , there are positive negative couples who have been together for years.

    I don’t know my status as yet but I’m hoping I’m negative .

    • tee1710
      tee1710 Guest

      Posted

      Thank you for your reply. You should be really proud of yourself for being loyal and caring to your ex through that and it’s great to hear there are people like you out there because right now I just feel like I never want to try and date again because it’s all just so awful and awkward. I really really hope you get a negative result so that you don’t have to feel like this. Xx
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      Guest tee1710

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      I have slow been avoiding dating lately. It’s sad. It was already difficult before but now it’s with a reason. I won’t say it’s hard to find a “good” person to accept you because I feel like good people get the short end of the stick sometimes.. 

      But trust me, there are guys who Wont judge you.   Just be prepared to be committed and work hard in a new relationship. Don’t put someone at risk then decide they’re not for you without good enough reasoning. 

      Continue to have a positive mindset and think of the as just a phase. Your life goes on, you’re worthy and this is a minor setback. I’ll pray for you!

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      tee1710 Guest

      Posted

      Thank you... I hope you find what you’re looking for too. Let’s pray that you come back negative. Xxx
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