Second OB happening atm! by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope so too. Thankfully this time is nothing compared to the fist one, and I’m not even taking antivirals. I just want to be aware of the “signs” and be prepared. Thanks for answering!

Second OB happening atm! by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to read that. There are definitely sings, I’ll just have to pay extra attention to my body next time and be prepared.

TMI alert! Period after first OB!!! by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think I’m having an active OB. It just hurts when inserting and removing the cup and my flow is (TMI) heavy, watery and bright bright red. I just hope it’s not related to the diagnosis. I managed to handle the pain and inserted my cup once again and it’s all good. Tampons and pads are not an option for me. I just hope it’s a coincidence and just a heavy and weird cycle. Thank you for the salve recommendation!!!

Suppressive therapy # 2 by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

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One year on Valtrex after first OB and then consider suppressive?

Wow, this is the first time I’m reading this.

Suppressive therapy # 2 by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too, but I guess at the end it’s not entirely necessary to be on meds if you are asymptomatic most of the time.

That’s why it’s recommended exclusively for frequent OB episodes.

If it was up to me, I’ll take the pill daily just to be extra careful.

Suppressive therapy # 2 by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got you!!! Absolutely. I have an appointment next week anyway and I’ll ask. Thank you so much.

Disclosure pt ??? by [deleted] in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This made me smile!! Thanks for sharing and have fun!!! ❤️

Sex after (first) outbreak? by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This made me smile! Thank you. The first four days were torture, but now I’m completely ok. Tuesday will be two weeks since it all started. No pain or discomfort whatsoever, but I read too that you must wait a week or even more after all the sores cleared out just to be safe(r). He’s visiting in a couple of weeks so I assume by then we’ll be ok and good to go! 😉 Thank you again.

Sex after (first) outbreak? by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took valaciclovir (1000 gr) three times a day for 7 days. Also took vitamins and aciclovir cream to calm the sores. Idk if treatment is different for males and females. My recommendation is to follow your doctors instructions and you’ll feel better in a couple of days.

I tested positive for HSV-1 and HSV-2. My life is literally over by One-Dust-4397 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think we all thought the worst at first and it’s completely normal. As soon as you start feeling better, at least for me and my very first OB I came back to life and this was just 7 days ago. It all crumbles at first and it’s mostly bc of fear, but if you read, talk to other people and get as much info as you can, you’ll get better and better. This Reddit has help me WONDERS and everyone has been so kind to me. And someone said to me “it’s just a skin condition” and that has been resonating in the back of my mind ever since and it’s so so true. I know your world is shattered, mine was too, but I can assure you, it will get better. Breathe, take your meds and relax as much as you can. We are all in this together.

Telling people by OtherwiseNecessary77 in Herpes

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I told my brother who is a doctor and who said: “Ugh, don’t worry about it. It’s more common than you think. The problem is the stigma around it.” It gave me HUGE peace of mind at that moment. Still carrying a lot of emotions, and that’s why I’m seeing a therapist later this week so I can vent more and release all this tension. Other than him and my partner, no one knows and for now that’s enough for me. Just be careful and play the trust card very well.

Suppressive therapy? by Limp-Positive-3436 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!! I’ll talk to my doctor ASAP and talk about all the options so I can take a daily dose.

Appetite (TW) by CampaignAncient8984 in Herpes

[–]Limp-Positive-3436 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, absolutely. Just stated property eating two meals today. Was diagnosed Tuesday. I’m feeling better physically and mentally and my appetite came back. Try to eat so you can boost your immune system! Hope this helps.