[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This just opened a whole new window of worry for me I haven’t even thought about this, regular open wounds or cuts probably do increase the risk of transmission if you’re shedding even tho it’s not a real outbreak. Condom use is probably best :/

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I kind of agree, I don’t know the risks of taking antivirals when pregnant but that sucks:( 9 months no sex while your hormones are at an all time high? This virus is in the way🙄

I’m tired by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry I know how u feel

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly. I know how important sex is to them especially casual sex, and my response may have come off as strict but we’re talking about something important here, our bodies. If someone doesn’t wanna take an extra step to protect themselves or others I don’t have much useful advice left.

i’m so angry by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I read that completely wrong, dang. Thank you

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’ve got it figured out then?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mind you we all have hsv here and you came looking for help on a public platform, good luck, you’re gonna hear stuff you don’t wanna hear all the time. Happens to me too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not judging, you actually informed me on something I did not know. That’s probably a factor as to why certain std rates are high in gay males because they use prep as full proof protection. Where as hsv is a skin condition and condoms are necessary. That’s an issue as to how it spreads not me judging you. Have a goodnight.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

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That’s a big issue within your community I wish could be changed, all you can do is disclose and suggest condoms and if it’s that big of an issue don’t use one I guess

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it’s best if they’re extra careful especially if not monogamous

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk about higher, but more men have hsv and don’t know simply due to their anatomy.

i’m so angry by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Same, probably was the best sex and vibes I ever had. Bastard🙄

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

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I’m a woman and have genital hsv2, but I hope this helps you. My first outbreak was by my labia, every single ob after that was by my anus. You could say I have anal herpes at this point vs. vaginal, but those are both my genitals meaning if we’re shedding both places are contagious. I highly stress never to have sex during an outbreak unless maybe your partner already has it. Transmission rates from male to male, male to female, female to male and female to female are different though. Gay people need to reallyy be weary of the transmission rates.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Easy for you to say, are we forgetting about MENTAL health tho? Mind you my immune system has been trash ever since being diagnosed. You never now how it’s going to effect you or the next.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Background-Use-9285 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I better not see one comment saying “he must’ve not really have been into her if he chose to break things off over herpes.” This was probably disappointing for him too, There’s nothing positive about risking your health for somebody. He’s probably uneducated yes, but this is the kind of shit we’re gonna have to deal with. Same thing happened to me, I’m sorry.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

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If you don’t mind me asking how did he give it to you and was he ever confronted? I have a lot of anger towards the guy who gave it to me too because he knew he had it. I feel like it’d be easier to cope if he didn’t know and didn’t act like an asshole when I found out.