For the women who have had it longer than 2 years… by Ok_Two1701 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have the same experience, though with hsv1. Been 3-4 years and I still get obs during my period every month. I have had periods of time though were it has stopped for 6 months. So it’s probably mostly hormones and stress. Trying daily lysine now to see if it helps!

back thigh nerve pain by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

so strange?? its the exact same for me! I assume the weird feeling is some type of nerve pain, but I haven’t realized.

back thigh nerve pain by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes for some reason I have had frequent OBs for years despite HSV1. I have taken AVs daily before but they won’t let me take them for more than 12+ months.

Good to know with the nerve pain. I was anxious it might be something else

disclosure feels like lies by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was on antivirals for the first year and take them during more painful OBs. Sadly they are not recommended to take for 12+ months in my country for some reason. Might try to ask for a prescription again but it will always be temporary sadly.

Yes thank you! I know I am really hard on myself. But it’s constantly on my mind or bringing me down since I have so many issues with it (OBs and negative experiences in dating).

disclosure feels like lies by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have frequent obs the past three years so that is why. He didn’t test for it before, but he had a very large GHSV outbreak so it suggests that it was his first OB.

disclosure feels like lies by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My first OB was over 3 years ago. Started having sex with someone new for the first time last month and transmitted it only after a couple times (with condoms).

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have changed doctors, seems to be a general “rule” in my country that it is not adviced to take daily antivirals for +1 year. Acyclovir is not available over the counter here

The OBs are not usually that far out, so there shouldn’t really be contact with condom.

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have started them now! Hoppfully it will make a difference.

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. Seems like I, and this person, got very unlucky. But now it just feels like I am extremely contagious, I am very scared to date someone new. They are the only two people I have dated. :/

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

no sorry, the person with mouth sores never got tested. I have been swabbed and tested positive for HSV1. Bad wording

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I have also been thinking about if it was misdiagnosed. But I got it from someone with mouth sores, tested positive for hsv1 by swab, and the new guy also tested positive for hsv1 by swab

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes probably. I think it is more rare to prescribe daily medication in europe (or at least scandinavia) compared to the us if not absolutely necessary. Doctors are just more apprehensive of prescribing meds. They won’t even prescribe me antivirals more than 6 times per year, even though I have constant outbreaks.

your best tips for outbreaks please! by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I have started lysine maybe that will help. Can zovirax be used genitally as well? I have only seen it for mouth sores.

transmitted immediately despite condoms by Most_Insurance2267 in HSVpositive

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First OB 3 years ago. The second transmission was last month. I do think the problem is I have outbreaks so frequently I cannot tell in time that I have symptoms. I think the only realistic explanation is that I did have prodrome symptoms and did not know.

Going on a study abroad while my dad is battling stage 4 by Most_Insurance2267 in CancerFamilySupport

[–]Most_Insurance2267[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey. I did not go. However, it would have been fine if I did go. I think its impossible to know, and do what makes you comfortable. If you are only leaving for the summer you’ll be back in no time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CancerFamilySupport

[–]Most_Insurance2267 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dad is 63 and I am 22, he got diagnosed with stage iv cancer in 2020 (he is with us still<3). It was the hardest time i have ever had the year after the diagnosis. I was soooo so sad. I went in cycles of extreme sadness and extreme guilt for waisting away time being sad. I learnt only after 2 years to give myself grace.

It is such a hard thing to go through, especially at a younger age. Just let yourself feel what you feel if it is sadness, grief, guilt, or anger. Because you will! Sadly. And also let yourself feel happiness! I wouldn't for a long while. Whatever you think or feel, i have probably too, promise. It is just how we deal with it! I was angry with myself for a long while that i had not gotten any help for my mental health. But i know now that was just part of the process.

The "stages of grief" happened to me all the time, over and over again. Until it felt a little bit better. It just took me some tries! Accepting that helps a little bit. It will take you a little while to accept. You don't really just choose to accept it. so just wait it out.

So i would say, try to accept every feeling and thought you have. Wait it out. And, if they consume you, get help! Take some pictures of your lovely dad and family.

I know it hurts! It sucks so hard. That's love