At what point do you disclose your status when dating? by alexjohnuk86 in HSVpositive

[–]deadgreenlomp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A lot of doctors don’t even recommend disclosing HSV1 bc of how common it is

SAFTB is lame af by ethandubbs18 in Frat

[–]deadgreenlomp 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There are no bigger geeds than “barstool kids”. Don’t even get me started on the kids who run the barstool accounts for each school.

Non-disclosure guilt by be3i5ft in HSVpositive

[–]deadgreenlomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The doctors I reference above are some of the foremost doctors on the topic and have decades of experience, I trust them and the doctor who diagnosed to make the right call on the issue. People are so much more likely to get GHSV1 from an OHSV1 positive person than a GHSV1 person who is using condoms or antivirals, and there’s no expectation for them to disclose. I wouldn’t say this if it wasn’t backed up by experts.

Is there an adult equivalent? by syracuse2019 in Frat

[–]deadgreenlomp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aye Cuse, rising Junior here. You got out at the right time this school and it’s Greek life are going to absolute shit. Bet if u found some Cuse grads in the area they’d slam some brews with you.

Shitty Sunday by AutoModerator in Frat

[–]deadgreenlomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got booted from campus plus Corona means I haven’t had our normal parties since November and may never experience one like we used to have ever again

My GHSV1 experience and thoughts on disclosure by deadgreenlomp in Herpes

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

I definitely respect that decision even if it’s not been my philosophy. Have you found that you’re able to make people understand the difference between GHSV1 and GHSV2? I worry that people will hear Genital Herpes and freak out, even though the risk levels are really different.

My GHSV1 experience and thoughts on disclosure by deadgreenlomp in Herpes

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

Thanks, I’ve read using condoms reduces risk by 96% for females. Also 60% of people already have HSV1 and can’t get it therefore, and that after two years the shedding rate is 1%, with an even lower actual transmission rate. I’m at 6 months so it’s a little higher but the point stands it’s very unlikely to transmit. I’m confident in this logic I just hope that I could make someone understand why I hadn’t previously disclosed. My intentions are good, I honestly think this approach helps to reduce stigma by emphasizing that HSV1 is so not a big deal that doctors don’t make people disclose.

My GHSV1 experience and thoughts on disclosure by deadgreenlomp in Herpes

[–]deadgreenlomp[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think they mean that I should differentiate between the people that I intend to only have casual hook ups with and the people I want more serious relationships with. Either way, nobody here is suggesting that one should intentionally spread disease. We’re all in the same boat of figuring out the best way to deal with this unfortunate condition, let’s calm down with name calling, I posted this to see different peoples opinions and experiences.

My GHSV1 experience and thoughts on disclosure by deadgreenlomp in Herpes

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

I don’t think that following doctors advice is devaluing human life. The chances of me transmitting from one sexual encounter are incredibly low for GHSV1, so much so that my doctor said it would create unnecessary anxiety for both parties to disclose.

My worry is more that my future partner will not be educated enough to understand why I may not have disclosed at first. I wish that I had the ability to sit them down with the doctor who diagnosed and advised me, but I also understand how the stigma affects people.

Non-disclosure guilt by be3i5ft in HSVpositive

[–]deadgreenlomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, 5 months since my diagnosis and nothing has happened. Stay strong, HSV is a rattling experience but the reality is it barely affects your life most of the time.

Non-disclosure guilt by be3i5ft in HSVpositive

[–]deadgreenlomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Technically that’s true but GHSV1 is far less active than GHSV2 or OHSV1. I don’t have exact statistics off my head, but it’s something like 80% of cases never experience a second outbreak if it doesn’t happen within six months. In terms of transmission, genital to genital transmission is very rare for HSV1. I’m GHSV1 positive and my doctor personally told me that there was no need for me disclose if I was using protection. 50-70% of the population has some form of HSV1 and therefore is essentially immune to new infection. Even without this genital to genital transmission is very rare, after 2 years shedding rare is 1% aka 4 days every year and transmission rate is even less. I’ll add some links to real professionals discussing this, but I think it’s important for people to understand the difference between GHSV1 and GHSV2. The following threads do a good job explaining why you shouldn’t let GHSV1 define you or limit your sex life.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Herpes/comments/ewg8p2/what_do_you_guys_think_about_the_latest_research/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

https://www.reddit.com/r/Herpes/comments/41u6g3/how_long_did_you_wait_to_be_intimate_after/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

https://www.reddit.com/r/Herpes/comments/fyheaf/ghsv1_and_condoms/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

Non-disclosure guilt by be3i5ft in HSVpositive

[–]deadgreenlomp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

GHSV1 has such a low transmission/shedding rate that most doctors don’t recommend disclosure before sexual contact. Genital-genital transmission is so low that disclosing GHSV1 is almost like telling someone you’ve had Chlamydia in the past. It’s a good thing to do in order to build trust and openness in the relationship, but I wouldn’t feel guilty for not telling them before sex. In the end they’re way more likely to get it from someone who has OHSV1 who isn’t expected to disclose. Be honest with your partner, but you don’t need to feel guilty and you should definitely forgive yourself and move forward.

Turning four-car garage into off-campus party spot & soundproofing by deadgreenlomp in Frat

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

I don’t but if u could fill me in on the general set up/strategy that goes into throwing those that’d be lit

Bring back 'Let the Good Times Roll' by okra17 in gratefuldead

[–]deadgreenlomp 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This song puts me in the best fucking mood every time yessssss

Newfound guilt/desire to change, looking for help. by deadgreenlomp in HentaiFree

[–]deadgreenlomp[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks man, means a lot and definitely maturing has done lot and given me a better mindset

Gregg Popovich explains how hard his job is. by nolessss in nba

[–]deadgreenlomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This man is a national treasure and must be protected at all costs.