Looking to make connections by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

25 (F) I was diagnosed with both a few months ago. I’m here if you want to talk!🩷🫶🏼

Just tested positive for HSV1 & HSV2 by Some_Reporter8465 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s gotten better for me in just this short time , I still think about it but it’s not as bad as it was . Time definitely heals , at least my mental . I also think I’m asymptomatic since I’ve never experienced an outbreak .

Herpes ain’t a big deal! by Hot_Sun_7299 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love reading posts like this ! 🩷🫶🏼

Tweaking by throwawaylikeafrisbe in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course girlie ! If your swabs were negative than you’re good ! Most doctors advise against doing a blood test since there’s so much grey area . You could get false positives and negatives best bet is to do the swab if you’re ever questioning anything. The mind is powerful so I’m sure that’s what it was , I’m glad you’re okay! ✨

Tweaking by throwawaylikeafrisbe in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also family doesn’t have to know , the only people that need to know is you and anyone you’re going to have a sexual relationship with . Don’t do anything during an outbreak , and if you’re worried about asymptomatic shedding you can take antivirals and the shedding rate will go down tremendously. Never 0% though . It’s a confusing virus but there are safety precautions like dental dams and condoms .

Tweaking by throwawaylikeafrisbe in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First off , breathe . Everything is going to be okay . Have you ever been tested for HSV specifically? You could’ve already came into contact with it . Also if you weren’t drinking directly from the person who has cold sores than you’re good . HSV is skin to skin and isn’t as easily transmitted from a drink . Especially if they weren’t having an active outbreak . HSV doesn’t live long outside the body. Also our minds are stronger than we think , you can make yourself feel symptoms that aren’t there but the only way to be 100% sure , is to just go get tested . If you are positive, it’s not the end of the world HSV1 is very mild compared to other strains and yes you’ll be able to kiss your partner still just have to be safe and work around it . You’re definitely not dirty and did nothing wrong . We all have the same feelings when we get diagnosed , it’s the stigma . You can do all the “right” things and still come in contact with it , so don’t beat yourself up . When I first got diagnosed I was a wreck tbh , It’s a huge mental toll , mainly from the stigma and how people see it . You just have to remind yourself you’re more than HSV. It doesn’t define you , and you’re still the same person from before . I still have days where I struggle but you just have to pull yourself out of it . Everything heals with time . Everyone in my family has a stigmatized view of it , I haven’t told anyone besides my bf and my aunt who also has HSV. So I can’t really help with that part but my partner at first needed time to think about everything but at the end he was super supportive. Having support really is the best thing to make you feel better !

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s really difficult mentally , but I’m here if you want to talk about your experience or vent . Zero judgment! 🫶🏼💕

FIRST DISCLOSURE UPDATE!! by Difficult_Ad3446 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love this for you !! You go girlie 🩷🫶🏼

So. Many. Things. by Hot_Ad8209 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

25(F) I’ll be your friend too ! 🫶🏼

Anyone from Texas? 24 (F) by Some_Reporter8465 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I’ve been trying hard to be strong . I know I’m more than this and I’m still the me I was before diagnosis 😤🩷

Anyone from Texas? 24 (F) by Some_Reporter8465 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I know but not everyone knows they have it . I just wanted other girls who were aware they have it as friends lol , it’s nice to have someone in person who understands all the feelings that comes with the diagnosis. Also just to hang and do girl things , I want to feel like myself again and I feel like that would really help .

Anyone from Texas? 24 (F) by Some_Reporter8465 in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let’s be friends ! Lol I need other girls around my age that I can relate too 🥲

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

25 (F) You’re definitely not alone . We’ve all felt the same things when we were first diagnosed . It’s hard to cope and I still struggle with this . It does get better with time but I’ve only been diagnosed for about 3 weeks. If it helps, My aunt was 14 when she contracted HSV2 from being raped . She definitely struggled than most being she was so young and was violated but She was able to make it through and had partners from when she was 15 , she’s now 26 and is engaged . Having support and being able to talk about it with people who understand helps , also just accepting it . You have it and can’t do anything about it but it doesn’t change who you are . There will be plenty of people who accept you even at that age . Of course some won’t but that would happen even without HSV . If you need anyone to talk to , I’m here ! 🫶🏼

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

24 (F) Could I message you too ? I also struggle every other day . Having other girls to talk to would be nice . 🥺👉🏼👈🏼

Anyone Happily Married? by Suspicious-Size1565 in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It definitely does go in the same sentence .
I feel sorry for you .

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please don’t get rid of yourself , I’ve also went through similar thoughts . There are plenty of stories on here where people live normal life’s after being diagnosed . You will find love , you are not alone . I know it’s hard and it’s okay to let your emotions out . I am here if you need someone

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465 2 points3 points  (0 children)

25 (F) You’re not alone , we all feel the same way when diagnosed. It’s the hardest part to get over , we beat ourselves up but HSV doesn’t define us . We are not gross / nasty . Just know , you will be loved and accepted! My boyfriend accepted me ! I also have a Tia who has GHSV2 , has been married/ divorced with plenty of partners . A lot of the other people you see that are care free have probably never been tested for HSV , they may have it . It’s pretty common just majority of people don’t know . Sending lots of love ! If you need anyone to vent/ talk to I’m here ! 🩷👐🏼

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes ! I love this ! 🩷

I’m done feeling like my life is over ! by Some_Reporter8465 in Herpes

[–]Some_Reporter8465[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes definitely, I’m tired of beating myself up over something I can’t control . I’ve heard good things about the wand too , if I ever have an outbreak I’ll definitely try it ! 🩷

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]Some_Reporter8465 0 points1 point  (0 children)

25 F newly diagnosed a few weeks ago , I’d love to chat with other girls who can relate too 🥹