HSV-2 only: Who else, and how often do you have outbreaks?

1 week diagnosed, first outbreak October

I had 1 outbreak in October and none till February this year now I feel like one goes away and another one appears.

I have had no history of cold sores.

Hi everyone.  So I got diagnosed with herpes 2 on my 26th birthday (last week) and honestly it broke me I stayed in my room all day and didn’t want to talk to anyone I broke down and cried so much I was physically sick a good few times. I had my first outbreak in October and like most people here I thought it was down to shaving or something, the next time it cropped up (February) I went and got tested.. the nurse at the clinic said ‘it doesn’t look like herpes so I think your fine’ I maybe think that’s why it was such a shock for me. I’ve never had a boyfriend due to being sexually abused when I was younger now I’ve met someone I actually really like and i’m Scared I push him away because of this. I feel like it’s ruined my life. I’m really scared. How did everyone else cope with telling a potential partner? The nurse I got told me not to (WHAT!?) also  The nurse I spoke to didn’t give me any advice so I’ve learned most things from the internet.. and to be honest it’s terrified me. I also don’t understand what everyone means about the ‘tingling’ they get before an outbreak mines just appear and are really sore! Since I’ve been diagnosed I’ve had the antivirals but what do they actually do? I’m feeling at a loss.. any others just been diagnosed here? Feel like I need someone to go on this journey with who understands. I haven’t told anyone sept my mum and I don’t really want to be talking to my mum about this if I’m honest. 

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Hi, I’m 23, I’ve always had recurring yeast infections(so that’s what they have diagnosed them with a swab). But never any discharge just extreme iching burning and discomfort. 

A day after shaving I was having discomfort when wiping, it was minor so i figures I had knicked myself. Well the pain got more severe a couple days later so I took a look and had a very small white ulcer. Googled that and was horrified to see all the responses said it would be herpes. I had an appointment with my gynecologist yesterday, the sore has since grown a little in size. I’ve also had a horrible cold and been very achy at the same time the sore appeared. 

I didn’t have to tell him about any of them a because after taking a swab, he told me.. well looks like you have genital herpes. 

I am devastated and embarrassed. Those words are my worst nightmare. 

All my life I have struggled with self esteem and major depressive disorder. The notion of a possible herpes diagnosis could not have come at a worse time for me. I will know the results of the swab next week.

If it is positive and confirmed it just might send me over the edge. I am unsure how I might handle this level of shame and embarrassment. Or handle not being able to date like normal people.

I have a question. I have been having unprotected sex with my boyfriend for over a year. I have always tested negative for herpes. I am apparently having my 1st actual outbreak since last week and didn't know it was herpes until my dr confirmed it yesterday. We had sex while I'm having this outbreak. Is it still possible he could have avoided catching it?

Well, I’ve only KNOWN I’ve had it for 8 days.... yeah, I’m a newbie.  Still in shock.  Coming to realize,  I’m fairly certain based on mine and Ex’s negative blood test in Dec 2017,  and my high HSV2 # now (14.80) that I’ve probably had it for a really long time...makes sense based on my teen life (sad).  

I’m just separated 11 months from a 21 year marriage and WHAM!!!  I meet a great man, cute, retired cop, self-employed, wonderful sex mixed w/ major yeast infections bc of antibiotics/sinus infections and WHAM I suppose it triggered it.  He’s tested negative. So I got a broken heart and am 50 years old w herpes!!  WTH?!  Supposed to be starting MY new life...  

The Real Kicker?  Wait for it...  I slept w my Ex in a rage of passion.  Twice. You guessed it. I had to tell him and hear about what mistakes I continue to make. 

I am really in a bad bad place right now.  It’s the first thing on my mind every morning. It’s like the death of something... My sexual is gone. It could be worse. 

2nd question:  I’ve only had my first outbreak last week. I’ll let you know how often. 

And No, I’m blessed with never a cold sore although I do also have HSV1. 

hi

Last december I found out that my husband of 20 years has been cheating on me with escorts and his co worker for the last 4 years. I immediately got a full STD panel and my HSV1 which i always had came back positive as to be expected and my HSV2 IGG test came back high with an index of 10.50. I never had HSV2 so I know he gave it to me.

He also got tested and his HSV1 which he got from me is positive with an index of 34.30 but his HSV2 was less than .91 so his doctor said he is negative.

I have never cheated on him and have only been with him for him last 20 years. I have never had an outbreak nor has he. How is it possible that my HSV2 results have this high number? Should I get retested in 3 months? I also read about the Western Blot HSV test, do you recommend we both get that?

we also did the HSV2 IGM and are both negative. I am so upset and would love some insight about my situation. many thanks

I have been HSV-2 attack free for over a year and equally interesting I had HPV for many years and I freeze them many times over only they came back within months. I was cured of both (certainly all my genital warts disappear after 3 months of consuming the combination new treatment and as for herpes, I haven't had an attack for over a year.

It is a company by the name of Synergy Pharmaceutical located in Melbourne Australia. I have no affiliation to this company whatsoever. I am just spreading what I regard as great news to those who are sufferings like I was for 5 years. I don't blame you however if you are skeptical as I was too myself.

So, there is a likely CURE for herpes right now out there. You need to be very persistent and patient BUT IT WORKED ON ME. It cured my HPV and likely cured my herpes too. For you to believe me (or not) and try it. It may work for you too.

Kevin from Canada.

I used to get severe outbreaks every month during first year, less severe outbreaks every two months in the second year, every few months in subsequence years and I have plenty of posts here then. I haven't had a single outbreak in over a year since I ordered and persistently for 180 days take 6 pills every day (new combination therapy by Synergy Pharmaceutical in Melbourne Australia).

In addition my long time HPV issues went away completely within 3 months. I was freezing those genital warts for years many times over only to come back. They are gone for good.

For me to convey the great news. For you to believe it (r not).