mfl650

You probably already know this, but its both of your responsibilities to use protection. Maybe taking some ownership of the situation will help you to move on?

Lysine worked for me and then it didn't. But anything that might work is worth a try. Journaling your prodromes and especially knowing what your prodromes are and feel like can make you more vigilant of your triggers, whether it be chocolate, cigar smoke, lack of sleep, etc... it could be anything but staying away from known triggers when you recognize them can lead to a more symptom free life.

42 male in SF Bay area and sometimes North Carolina for work. I like to think I am and could be very supportive but still coming to terms with the diagnosis which started with the symptoms of HSV sometime in 2018. I could have had it for a while or maybe the Mrs...but at this point all that matters is dealing with it, and more importantly living out best lives despite it. Male or female buddy would be cool, as its totally difficult to discuss with anyone other than a super close friend, if that. In the Tech industry if thats matters as a common interest, but who isn't in Silicon Valley I guess!