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Genital herpes?? Help.

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gloria_38639
gloria_38639

I had unprotected sex about a week ago and immediately after my vagina felt like it was burning. There was some initial discharge which made me believe it was a yeast infection. The burning hasn't really stopped and it was a bit itchy at first. Recently, a couple of lesions showed up. I've done some research online on genital herpes and none of the pictures look like what I have. I need help figuring out if it is herpes or not.

I can't figure out how to post a picture 😐

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  • kyra98
    kyra98 gloria_38639

    Posted

    Initially I thought what I had looked nothing like herpes too, turns out I have HSV-1! Definitely go to a sexual health clinic to be looked at. They're very helpful and specialise in this thing so please please go -it's worth it. I think this may be herpes as I had the exact same symptoms to begin with. xx

  • Mexicanrobocop
    Mexicanrobocop gloria_38639

    Posted

    Figured it out but I'm on my phone and icon goes away quicky which doesnt give me a chance to select it. To see for yourself go to frequently asked questions and it's the second to last question.

  • jessica93013
    jessica93013 gloria_38639

    Posted

    I was diagnosed hsv2 in Aug and none of the lesions look like what u see online. Wasn't sure that's what it even waso until I had the lesions swabbed by my Dr. Definitely go see your Dr and get a for sure and they can start u on meds to help with any pain and discomfort

  • dora29322
    dora29322 gloria_38639

    Posted

    This is a hard virus to diagnose & it's even tougher to realize that you have been infected. It seems like all of the symptoms are same but Completely Different. HSV effects everyone differently but the only way to know for sure is to visit your doctor and get tested. Before you go research, research, and research some more so you are prepared to ask questions. Show your doctor the pictures too, it may help them to see.

    Keep informed ?

    • gloria_38639
      gloria_38639 dora29322

      Posted

      It's crazy the lesions showed up today but they're gone now. I will definitely go get checked out.

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