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I know i messed up 😔 i feel twice as bad as i did when I actuallly got it. So selfish...

I have been taking acyclovir for the past 5 days and only had some slight nerve pain but that was after the initial contact . @hope27 How long should she wait before getting tested is another question too

CAN A MALE TRANSMIT GHSV 1 TO A FEMALE by just sticking the tip in ???? So i recently met someone and things got too heated and i didnt disclose until after the foreplay. Ive felt great since Janurary this year (had H since last year feb) Ive had slight prodrome (slight ingling nerve pain) recently and thought i was getting an OB but what looked like a pimple forming went away... I told her last night and shes been a mess , already talking as if she has it 😔😔 any info is appreciated. @mr_hopp @Ishmael

I'm on the same road leading to the same situation. Recently met someone who is just simply amazing and I know I will have to disclose soon ... AAGHH

Heyy @ritzy So I've been living with GHSV1 since last year February but wasnt diagnosed until last year August. My First outbreak was in August , went away completely in about 2 and a half weeks with the help of valcyclovir. My next OB was was 2 months after in October but it went away within a week with antivrial help .Keep in mind I was stressing myself out almost everyday and eating an inflammatory diet ( A lot of sugary drinks and processed snacks as well as dairy) Then I got another one in late december but I was soooo stressed out and depressed I wasnt surprised. That was my last one . I changed my diet, mindset, and started working out more . I don't expect to have one ANYTIME soon . I feel great, I feel normal . Sure the sex life needs a minor adjustment but I'm in a better place mentally than I was BEFORE I got H. I believe outbreaks will be super rare if you just forgive yourself and start looking after your body. Take supplements to help your immune system, get good sleep, eat good food, and just keep learning about the human body and how to take care of it . The minute I get another OB , this whole forum will know lol. Feel free to message me or anyone else here for help! 😃

I have genital hsv 1 and Ive been asking myself the same thing lately . On a new diet and trying to be super healthy lately (3 months no OB or symptoms and only getting better physically and mentally) So hopefully I can still catch a ride on the BJ Boat when the time comes for me and my future partner ! Any experiences from fellow GHSV positive men would be greatly appreciated 😎

I have genital HSV 1 . Before my first outbreak I was having some pretty sharp nerve pain running down my left leg or just behind my left testicle . After my first OB I've only had 2 minor ones that didnt last as long as the first and I really believe they were stress related. They usually started with this dull itching (like an ingrown hair) in a very specific spot that lasted almost all day until I looked and saw some redness in the exact spot I usually get them . 2 or 3 days of of anti virals and and redness or little bump would be gone . Its going to be really important from here on out that you try and refrain from stressing yourself out . I know its easier said than done , but the only way you're going to over come this is if you start treating yourself right. It's gonna take some learning and some persistence, but if you get a good diet going and start helping your immune system out with natural foods and supplements you'll be fine. Its super hard though for you, I understand. My first 9 months was filled with anxiety and self loathing 😞 Every little pain I felt in my body, every itch , I attributed to H. I gave it WAY more power than it actually deserved! Just keep trying and don't get down on yourself . Treat yourself right from here on out, keep a clear head and in one years time (maybe less) you will be back to yourself or more than likely EVEN BETTER! Screw what other people think, screw what your negative thoughts are yelling at you cause it really doesnt mean shit. Try and get some more sleep pleaseeeeee 😄

I feel like my body will get used to them if I keep taking them everyday. I just try to look after myself and take them if needed . I just take good natural immune boosters and try and stay a little active. So far I haven't had an outbreak or felt symptoms since late December but there was some major stress goin on then so stay away from that for sure.

No problem at all. These forums really helped me when I first got on. Just scrolling through pages and reading from other experiences, some similar, some not so much. Also supplements have been helping me. Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin b12, FlaxSeed Oil (for omega 3) as well as immune system supplements ( Vitamin D or Mushroom Extracts like Turkey Tail mushroom!) You'll find what works for your body , until then its time to soak up some info, find what works for ya and hopefully within this next year, you'll see some improvements 🙂

Omg YES. So I contracted H in February last year and I wasnt diagnosed (and didnt know) until August last year. From Feb to August I had a sharp somewhat radiating pain that would either be right under my left butt cheek, behind my left testicle, or down the left inner thigh. I didnt know what it was but I learned it was just the early stages of the virus manifesting itself in your sacral (lower part) of my spine/nerve system ! The good news is that I havent felt that pain AT ALL since last year September and we're already 3 months into the new year. I work as a mailman so Im always putting my body through hell but I started taking getting acupuncture and stretching daily and Im telling you that sharp pain is but a memory! Its what you make it m honestly. This can ruin your life or actually be a galvanizing moment for you to take super control of your body in ways you really never thought you would. Physically and mentally I feel im at a better place than I was before I even got H! I thought it would be impossible but I chose not to let this define me and I still have a ways to go (make working out a habit , cut out all processed foods and corn syrup treats , etc.) Take this time to really appreciate what you still have. A fully functioning human body that is still capable of ANYTHING. Love yourself and I promise you, this will not be a problem! Plenty of info on this site and lovely people. Though they may not be on as much as they are on other social media, they are here and will answer your questions! Dont lose hope and have fun on your journey!!! ESSAY DONE lmao

After a year of having Genital HSV 1 i recently found out my brother has it orally and he also gave it to his wife in the genital area. They have had 2 children since so I think its safe to say their sex life is back where it used to be . They've improved their diets and always have anti virals handy for whenever they feel somethin weird about to happen. They still have spontaneous bouts too (like morning stuffs)Its not like they have to sacrifice 2 goats and chicken and call to the ancestors before they do the do either . There will be an adjustment period no doubt about it but if you just push through it and keep a positive attitude and lifestyle I'm sure you will be able to feel as happy as you were before this happened. Hopefully someone with more first hand experience can chime in cause Im single as a pringle

Stress is the main ingredient to re occuring out breaks . That and poor diet . I try not to rely on the meds too much , I dont want my body getting to used to it. I would go to the gyn though. Anything to make your body and mind feel more at ease and at peace. I found my diagnosis to be a wake up call for me and each day I'm learning things about my body and just trying to take care of this human body I have been loaned .

Yea it took me about 8-9 months to get better mentally. I only recently told my parents like last week and I realized I should have just told the people I love immediately . You might even find out someone has it that you never expected . I felt like you did though. Depressed as shit, thinking about nothing else but the fact that my life is over and I should strap a can of disinfectant spray to my ass so I can sanitize my trail and not give it to anyone else. The earlier you can stop being your own enemy and just accept it for what it is, the sooner you can actually crack that smile you thought you never would again. Get a good diet going, do things that make you happy, find new things that make you happier, live the life you thought you completely wasted and you'll see. Dont let a little bit of herpes ruin a perfectly good life you can still have . I never thought I would be typing things like this considering how much I hated myself for what went down . Then I realized I can still have kids, a lover, any job I want , and I got over the fact that I prob shouldnt eat a whole 5 dollar bag of doritos in one sitting . Take your time to heal but dont delay it. cry it out, educate yourself on the topic a bit more, learn some more stuffs bout your body and before you know it BOOM... youre back and ready to kick some ASS

Usually stickin your choo choo in a cave (mouth or underground tunnel) that has HSV 2(Man or woman) will do the trick . Im not sure how I havent been kicked off this site already for my inability to give a straight answer that doesnt leave someone more perplexed than they already were but hey , Im still here . Someone please save this person from my awkward urge to use humor in every aspect of life

I read somewhere on this site that it does take a few weeks for it to show up in blood , thats why its not the best type of test to get for H . The swabs are def more accurate for sho. Hopefully someone that doesnt have the mental capacity of a brillo pad can give you a more knowledgeable answer

Yea when you put it like that it sure sounds stinky lol. Like everyone else will prob tell you "youre too hard on yourself" but i dont blame you. Adding this stupid thing on top of everything else on your shoulders just SUCKS. But if you get around to shifting that mentality , you'll realize that some of your problems can actually be used to your advantage. Granted , losing a nice career sucks ass on top of moving to a new state but dont you feel a little glimmer of hope that his can be a good thing? (plz dont slap me) New friends, new you, new co workers, maybe a chance at rebuilding yourself stronger than before? Comparing lives is never really a good thing to do but I do understand how hard it is in this day and age where everyones journal is out there in the open (Facebook, IG) like hey guys, look at only the good things in my life lol. It'll take discipline to really drill a new lifestyle in your head, especially when you want the old one back . Just love yourself extra super hard and youre gonna attract that same love from different humans. I wish nothing but thehhh bestttt, for youuuuuuuuu *adele voice*😎

oh yea and I dont mean to sound like a DOOFUS but that first part made me LOL

27 year old male with GHSV1 . Got diagnosed August 2018 but felt symptoms related to H since March 2018 (Mainly Sciatic Nerve Pain going down back of my left leg only) Since My initial OB in Aug 2018 Ive only had 2 minor irritating sores that cleared up far quicker than the first time and didnt even scab up like the first one did, although the itch felt the same. To be honest, I really believe it was the way I was stressing myself out ( you detailed it perfectly ) Also I tend to get massively depressed during the holidays so Id like to think theres a solid correlation there. I stopped my Valcylovir by Sept 2018 cause it was rockin my kidneys and just tried to be healthy and happy. I mostly eat vegetable soups and fruits with the occasional whole bag of doritos and 64 oz of orange juice a day but Im trying to stop that lol. @Joe Joe I know it sucks my man, it really does. But trust me when I say you can control it or let it control you. You might not see a lot of comeback stories on here cause I believe ppl tend to forget about this site when they achieve "normalcy" again but it is possible to be happy again . I feel like Ive been depressed since I was 13 but having H really opened my eyes to the fragility of life. I really hope you can find your happiness and truly forgive yourself for this even though this WAS NOT your fault, You just got dealt a shit hand but it could have been worst. Like Winnie the Pooh says "Today is my favorite day, Tomorrow is just too much day for me" lmao I just quoted winnie the pooh. Sulking wont help and its easier said than done , but this is your life now and you have to make that choice . Fight this dirty mother effin H with DIET, EXERCISE, and optimism and one day you WILL wake up stronger than you were when you slipped out of that 4 year depression . This doesnt take years off your life unless YOU waste your days constantly worrying about it. Educate yourself more and most importantly find comfort in the people that you love and love you.

Yes, I would also like to know the same thing the OP is asking . I still havent had intercourse since my diagnosis last june so I havent really found out for myself.

Why not ? If youre anything like me youre just going to keep wondering if you have it . If its not gonna burn a hole in your wallet might as well be safe and get tested just to have peace of mind . yea you guys were careless but thats fine, the fact that your partner didnt say anything prior to or after the first time stinks though

Took about 6 months for the first OB to show up but during those months I was having some sensational nerve pain in my leg and sometimes groin . The first outbreak actually happened a couple days after protected sex with a different person. Got tested and was told HSV 1 . I'm assuming I only have it below the waist.

Does anyone have anything theyd like to share in terms of their experiences with marijuana and how it alleviated or aggrivated your symptoms ?(If it had any effect at all of course ) I'll be the first to say that Im (ab)using it , just cause i dont smoke for any other reason to hide from reality (this was even before my recent diagnosis😂) Just starting to do some research and attempting to hear as many POV's as possible on this and it doesnt have to be strictly about the herb, I encourage you to share your experience with anything you feel "helps" you get through your mind battles and body aches . PS I hope this random submission finds you in good spirits , peace and latrellspreewell to everyone 💗

What a wrench this whole situation threw into our cogs . I come on here and real all of your experiences and mindsets and my heart aches . i tend to show more compassion for everyone but myself so i dont even care about my GHSV 1 . ( diagnosed this past august and currently experiencing my second OB ) . @Jasmine10 Just like you, the worst part of this is convincing myself that life is normal. Im 25 and only had sex with 3 woman so you can say i barely got my feet wet is the social dating scene. I feel like the gates closed right on my face and now im most certaintly destined to be single ( due to a slew of issues like you mentioned yourself 😂) But i still have my crude sense of humor and my disdain for the general population has been reinforced lol . i just felt like pouring some heart out so if youre reading this , im sorry the universe qualified you for these forums and i really hope each and everyone of us can conquer this battle against ourselves and truly be unphased by living with H .

@vihsv1 So after i took my first dose yesterday , i started feeling a little funny in my head . i could compare it to a light headed feeling but its not too intense but its there . last august when i was taking 2 anti viral doses a day , i would feel kidney pain and slight nausea. Im not sure if the anxiety plus stress and still accepting the diagnosis were to blame, as well as my body reacting to new antibiotics . also im not a fan of pharmaceuticals but thats just personal preference . im considering not taking any more valtrex if this OB continues . only took it cause this second OB really took me by surprise . i didnt have any of the symptoms ive had before, it just kinda happened :/ What do you feel when you take your anti virals ?

Had my first ghsv 1 OB this past August . nothing crazy , single bump that completely healed in a month or so . was good all october and November up until some itching yesterday . looks slightly red down there and looks like theres some tiny bumps but ill see how it goes. Last OB i had some nerve pain but thats subsided and this hopefully minor OB isnt too bad =/ just took valtrex for the first time since august even tho im not a fan of its side effects on my body