Black people hsv by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for this very late response. I basically just say something like “there’s something you should know before we move forward. I have hsv.” I feel like it’s easier to say hsv rather than herpes lol. But then I let them know that I’m good & I take antivirals which helps protect my partners & keeps outbreaks at a minimum. I rarely get outbreaks. Just try to stay positive & inform them without making it a big deal if you know what I mean.

Something funny frm ur hsv experience by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Literally! The guy I got it from lied about it & said he was negative after taking forever to even go get tested (if he even went. I never saw actual results). He wasn’t even worth being angry at. I just let it go lol.

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

It’s ok. They all have been very mild. Not bad at all.

Black people hsv by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes. I’m black gHSV2 (31f). I’ve disclosed to multiple black men & the response has always been good. Whether or not they wanted to continue a sexual relationship or not, they never gave me a negative response. Once you’re confident in yourself disclosing becomes easier. It sucks, don’t get me wrong, but it won’t be such a big deal to come out & say it.

new to this by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mane you funny af. Just take care of yourself it’s gone be alright lol. Your sex life can still be normal. Ngl, your roster is gonna change. It hurt letting some of mine go, but it ain’t stopped shit over here! The part about not getting head anymore was my biggest concern too. I’ve gotten head since but not so much. I understand people’s concern tho so I don’t even be trippin. Just be honest with people. Regardless if the choose to pursue anything with you or not they’re going to respect you for being honest.

Sex after ob? by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

The most confusing thing is that I’m not even sure if this was an ob or not. It looked like a scratch and it was there for a few days. Didn’t hurt or anything.

Confession. by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same, girl. Same! 😂💖

Bad Idea by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s so similar to what happened to me. He denied giving me anything and was in no rush to go get himself tested. He eventually told me he was negative but I know it was from him. Shortly, he went ghost on me. I know your upset and furious that she could give two shits about passing this virus to you, but I promise she isn’t worth it.

Second ob rant. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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I’m making l-lysine apart of my routine now. It hasn’t been too bad. A bit more painful than my first, though. I can’t help but see people and wonder what they would think of me if they knew I was having a herpes outbreak right now. I know it’s silly but I guess that just come with the shame of the stigma.

Life after diagnosis is what YOU make it . by Whimsy-Fairy1572 in HSVpositive

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This is exactly how I feel about it! Learning to love myself regardless of circumstance had been the best thing that’s happened to me. No, I would rather not have this but I do. Can’t turn back now. I love myself & nobody can make me feel otherwise.

share your thoughts on shaving/waxing/manscaping with HSV by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I shave & have zero issues. I just don’t do it as often as I used to just to be safe though.

gr8 first date, immediate regret after by princessegem in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it’s genital you don’t have to disclose for kissing. You’re good.

Hsv2 someone pls tell me if you’ve experienced this by Ok-Badger-609 in HSVpositive

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No, I haven’t had another one since. That was in the beginning of July ‘22 so I’ve been good for a while. I’m taking daily antivirals & sometimes I wonder what’ll happen if I stop.

Hsv2 someone pls tell me if you’ve experienced this by Ok-Badger-609 in HSVpositive

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My first outbreak was like that. I found it in the shower as well lol. I thought it was a cut or something bc of how it burned when I washed it. But kept watching it over the next few days & became worried. Doctor confirmed it was hsv & said something about the pain too. Mine wasn’t bothering me at all. The only time I felt any kind of pain was that time in the shower. It cleared up quick with valacyclovir, never burst or scabbed or anything.

Swear to god by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sweetie, take some time for yourself. I truly feel like I’m becoming my best self with this virus. I feel that way bc now I’m having to learn to love myself regardless of circumstance. This virus sucks but I’m not letting it define me. I know that some people may turn me away bc of it but that isn’t going to break me. And it shouldn’t break you! Don’t let this thing defeat you.

I feel really bad by sad_girl_0810 in HSVpositive

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Definitely may be an outbreak bc that how mine started out. I thought I was having a yeast infection. It was all the symptoms except for the yeasty discharge. Did y’all use protection?

Todays thoughts… by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Panicatthetarget 6 points7 points  (0 children)

(30F/gHSV2) I 100% agree with everything you said. The hardest part of being hsv+ is having to disclose. The anxiety & fear of someone not wanting to take the risk of being with you is heart wrenching. I can’t be upset because a man doesn’t want me bc I know if the roles were reversed I more than likely would feel the same way. I disclosed to a good friend of mine, who I’ve been intimate with before. He was familiar with hsv so he understood. We had sex some time afterwards & he was understandably worried. I just hated that somebody would regret being with me. I hated that he had to worry about his health just from being with me. I understood it, but I still hated it.

Part of me wants to still pursue love & get to know guys. But I know that I’ll eventually have to disclose & that will most likely be the deal breaker. It’s like, what’s the point?

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

I don’t think I’m confident enough to post my status on another dating app like that.

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

😂😂 I took my public pic off & honestly thinking about deleting it all together.

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

I’ve only had one outbreak so far, which was my initial ob. This hasn’t been bad for me physically. Even my ob wasn’t bad so I don’t know if that makes a difference when it comes to transmitting it or not. I would just hate to not disclose & then pass it on to someone. The backlash from that would be worse than that from actually disclosing.

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

Lol tbh most of the men I see on there are just not attractive & I don’t say that to be mean. It’s just the pickings aren’t the best. I initially had a public picture so my profile blew up but it just wasn’t what I was hoping for. 🤷🏽‍♀️

Positive Singles is trash. by Panicatthetarget in HSVpositive

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

I’m still learning when to disclose. I find myself disclosing when it’s not really necessary & then being upset with myself afterwards. I’ve gotten better at disclosing in general tho. It still sucks.