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new diagnosis hsv-2

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mary55677
mary55677

Hi all! I was just diagnosed with type 2. And based on what I've read and some good input from solid pals, it's not the end of the world!! Initially, i was horrified, but after educating myself thru the right vessels, i have discovered life does go on! My initial outbreak was minimal, lasted 10 days with the help of anti-virals. At first, yes, I was devastated, but understood that kind of mental stress only allows the condition to ultimately take over. While everyone's situation is different, and our symptoms may vary, BE AWARE, it's simply a rash that can be spread unless cared for responsibly. You have probly read many terrifying blogs or discussions pertaining to others symptoms and experiences, keep in mind, no one is alike. Yes, I got the old "f you" from my bf that cheated on me multiple times...blame is full of shame in this game, so be up front with your future partners, avoid swimming in the vast past, it will only lead to more hurt, but do tell a previous partner if you were not aware and prepare for anything. I'm 10 days in, and I can only be positive knowing that this is a life long ordeal. My strength comes from admitting my condition to my mother, who said " I will always hug and kiss you, no matter what." That, meant the world to me after keeping this to myself, now I feel the support I was hoping for.....keep in mind, a rash n a lil pain will never change you. You are the amazing person you were before and during this small trial in life. Love yoyrself, take care of you and move forward.

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  • Graceful1
    Graceful1 mary55677

    Posted

    Thank you for this
    • mary55677
      mary55677 Graceful1

      Posted

      I just wanted to send some positive vibes out.. I started out reading everything I could online n it scared me. Just make sure you tell the ppl you trust the most, you will know who they are. In the meantime, don't panic. What good would that do now? Also, if you write out a list of questions n go see a a pro at pph, all your questions will be answered appropriately. Good luck, take care of you, continue to be you n never forget to move forward.
  • amber88854
    amber88854 mary55677

    Posted

    Hi My Name is Amber , i am 19 and i got a call saying i was positive for hsv 2 , i knew i had herps from a culture test but didn't believe it , they did a blood test and came back with positive results, i must a minor hsv outbreak or sting because i have outbreaks but only with a few bumps and my sexualy partners are all negative for herps , so I don't know if I believe or not , but I have no one to ask so i thought i would ask u ? How do u know if u have bumps inside u ?
    • FelizCastus
      FelizCastus amber88854

      Posted

      You can't always tell whether you have internal lesions unless a doctor looks, besides which you don't need lesions (inside or not) to shed the virus and be infectious. It can pass through the thin mucous membranes of the genital tract without symptoms. Unfortunately, your test results don't lie, so you do have it. I wish I didn't have it, too, but I do!
    • amber88854
      amber88854 FelizCastus

      Posted

      Yeah , they won't put me on perment pills so i am going to get a second opinion and get on some pills because my doctor now refuses and i am not going to go back , she thinks i will get addicted but all the internet says is to get on some pills that will stop out breaks
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