Genital herpes help :( Herpes simplex virus 1!!!

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I recent got diagnosed with the herpes simplex virus 1. I have never had a cold sore in my entire life although my BF gets them all the time. I did contract the virus from him. He gave it to me on my genitals and now he also has it on his genitals too. A lot of people think once u have it orally you are immune but that is not the case. I am wondering if there's anyone out there who has HSV1 genitally? If so, how many outbreaks do you have a year? Do you take medication? I take valacyclovir daily but people are telling me it's not ok to take meds everyday but I don't want to risk having an outbreak. I don't know what it "feels" like BEFORE they come because I've only had one outbreak.. Help sad(( I am calling for a friend who has genital herpes.

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  • Posted

    Aww hugs. I was devastated when I found out I had HSV1 so much so I cut myself off and went into a depression. What a waste of time! It's so common. Did you know your BF had HSV1. Just keep healthy and happy.

    • Posted

      I'm in the same situation you once were. Did you stop having oral Sex, and or kissing?

    • Posted

      I wasn't in a relationship but I have done both since and it has been fine. Its just rough sex that isn't good for me (. You will be fine as you both have it

    • Posted

      Do you have it orally or genitally? But yes we knew. He had thought a bump on his lip was a pimple, it was very small and went away quickly so he still thought nothing of it.
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      Yes its soooo common especially because of oral sex. I have it down below. I still feel a bit down about it, and it preoccupies my thoughts a bit. Its a very common virus. I got it from oral sex . You are lucky you have a partner. Just don't get stressed out about it. (Easier said than done )

  • Posted

    Take lysine supplement

    Put drops of apple cider vinegar in the infected area - it will pop out easily or lessen, you can try lemon too.

    During outbreak put drops before taking a bath atleast 15 mins before.

    Wash it with aloevera oil mix with water.

    Put drops of apple cider after.

    Stay healthy -sometimes outbreak occur even you eat healthy foods.

    Stay happy.

    Hope this help you.=)

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