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I've just recently been diagnosed with genital herpes. Actually, self diagnosed, but my partner has been diagnosed. He's going through a lot of emotional, personal matters at the moment and our relationship is really in trouble. I really love this guy but part of me thinks I can't let go because I won't get another shot at love....due to my diagnosis. Is anybody willing to chat?
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vanessa96196 jane56734
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I have been single for awhile though as well and i feel now more than ever that i will end up staying single due to my situation
Darana jane56734
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Why haven't you gotten tested to know for sure?
It's better to have an answer and get on antivirals as they help.
I was diagnosed over a month ago with HSV2. It is not a death sentence. Yes, it sucks, but there are plenty of wonderful people out there that have it too, or others that are understanding. Educate yourself of HSV so that when you do date others, you can teach them that it really isn't that bad.
My inbox is always open. Feel free to message me if you want.
so06472 jane56734
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when I got diagnosed, I thought the same but I met this guy and he was great about it. Not disgusted or anything and our sex life is just like what I had before with other guys. I have HSV1, which is less contagious but I told him what we could do and not do and he's ok with that and we'll get tested together eventually for all the other stuff and to gather more infos. It just shows that yeah, some people won't want to deal with this, but some won't care. Plus, it's so common, you might even meet someone who has it too.
FelizCastus jane56734
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It's always better to get properly diagnosed. If you are having an outbreak, do a swab test. If no outbreak, test for HSV IgG (not IgM) antibodies.
Livelife jane56734
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Don't listen to comments about girls saying they think they should stay single that is absolutely terrible advice, I remember hearing that crap when I first got diagnosed
If you love your boyfriend stay with him, If you don't leave there are many people that will still want to be with you, my friend who has it enjoys casual sex so every 2 weeks or so she's telling different guys she has it and not one of them has rejected her yet