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Just diagnosed with HSV2. What now?

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Mithrandir94
Mithrandir94

Hi everyone,

After a week of high grade fevers and a lot of pain, my doctor was finally able to give me an answer on what had been making me so sick; herpes. It definitely came out of the blue and I'm having a really painful and intense first outbreak. Apparently I've probably had it for years and it just now became symptomatic.

I'd really love some advice on where to go from here. I know herpes is technically super common but I still feel blindsided and am in a bit of shock. I literally was diagnosed about an hour ago and I have no idea what I'm supposed to do. Any help or thoughts would be really appreciated.

Thank you

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  • Ahhh123
    Ahhh123 Mithrandir94

    Posted

    hi , how did your doctor diagnose it?

    • Mithrandir94
      Mithrandir94 Ahhh123

      Posted

      Hey! Sorry for the late reply. My doctor swabbed the blisters I had and was able to confirm from that.

  • Toogoodtobetrue
    Toogoodtobetrue Mithrandir94

    Posted

    i absolutely feel your pain. i was diagnosed over 3 years ago after it had lay dormant for years previously.

    im currently having the worst outbreak! i have felt suicidal with it.

    im late 40's and only had 2 partners both long term. unfortunately one was a cheat

    • Ahhh123
      Ahhh123 Toogoodtobetrue

      Posted

      if you feel suicidal please reach out to someone! this is not the end of the world. on this site alone i see many people who live normal healthy lives.

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