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Yay. At least got my ID appointment for April 8th. I wish they would run some IV Acyclovir on me and see if that knocks this virus out for a while.

Yes tried the baths. Blowing off with hair dryer, going commando....lysine. Went off birth control. Alkaline diet- no caffeine, no chocolate no alcohol.

Thanks so much Adrial! I guess that was quite an impulsive post... I definitely will check that section out.

That's exactly what you have to do! Wow so your self swab actually came up positive? I would be very interested to hear how I go about doing this, as I only got a visual diagnosis not a positive swab. Hugs back

I am so sorry your doctor acted that way. Many believe if it doesn't present how they read in their med books in school that it does not exist. As a nurse I know this. I actually just had an elderly patient who had a buttocks rash... Both sides. I went to the doctor and told her I thought it may be shingles or genital herpes. She looked at it and said no. I then went to the nursing supervisor who talked to her again and asked her to take another look. So this doctor grabbed two other doctors on the unit to asses- all of whom said it wasn't herpes. Needless to say I left for the day came back the next morning and she prescribed zirovax cream right after I left. And guess what? It worked. It's sad .... The god complex. Are you having constant symptoms too? So he doesn't even know what type you have? Are you on antiviral? My doctor thinks it's systemic because I had a breakout on the my thighs... Which spread to the calf and ankle area.

Thank you so much. Just got back - lots of tears. The nurse practitioner is setting me up with infectious disease. She is concerned this infection may have gone systemic. She also believes I am resistant to valtrex.

I love this forum. I have received so much positive and I apologize for being such a taker. I also apologize if I am crossing any rules of the forum but would anyone- a veteran of some sort be willing to do a phone call? I just need a voice.

What's scaring me is I've has this orally for over 20 years. Genitally for at least 7. Every outbreak is closer together to the point where they are daily. Have you heard success stories about famvir? I'm at the doctor to get checked. Actually in the waiting room now.

I can't. I really just can't- had extreme pain while going to the bathroom and found a huge anal ulcer. When does this stop? It's been 3 months of outbreak. One after another. Antivirals are not helping. It's crushing my pride. My body seems to be getting worse at fighting it not better. I'm at the end of my rope.

I agree with white daisies- steroids do weaken the immune system but if you are having a lot of pain and inflammation due to your injury it may be worth a shot at least trying it.

I am not an expert but hormones also play a big part in sexual function and hair loss. not sure of your age. Stress can also play a big part. I have not done extensive research on arginine- but I doubt the famvir is the culprit

@WCSDancer2010- thank you for helping me put things into perspective. I am trying. you are right 2 months is like a drop in the bucket. and fyi I did not catch the math error:)

@whitedaisies - you are so right. I need to count my blessings. I am thankful I do have a partner. I can't imagine what it would be like to be out dating again. I don't think I would have the guts to be anything other than the 30year old cat lady. Correction dog lady. Lol thank you.

@whitedaisies- thank you so much too. I try not to bring it up with him too much. He obviously knows I have it- but is pretty naive to all things medical. Being the nurse of the family I try to educate him without instilling fear. At this point he's pretty sure he must have it- as we have been having unprotected sex for about 5 years (prior to being diagnosed) so as far as protection he's like "what's the point?" I guess it's more my fear than his. Especially since I'm having daily outbreaks.

@JessikaRabbit89 - thank you so much. I see myself as that person too sometimes. I just felt like I hit a point in my life where I was past all that. Truly past the negative... Apparently I've had the virus for about 7+ years and just never knew that I was having outbreaks. It's just ironic you know... Why now? These outbreaks are relentless . Every day a new spot. It's torment. I'm trying my best to be a good mother, a good nurse , a good girlfriend. Just wish I knew what to do to make it calm down.

Anything is possible. Maybe not probable but just make sure he washes his hands!

I am needing some positive. In the middle of an outbreak that started in the end of January and still isn't resolving. I feel like I'm a survivor- I battled childhood abuse, a long term abusive relationship, the death of my mother a bladder disease that's in remission, and I can't shake this battle with this virus. It's been almost 2 months of pain, tingling, itchiness strange nerve sensations. If I knew an end was in sight I feel like I could hold on a little longer. I can't talk to my fiancée about it- he is already been so supportive- still wants to sleep with me an everything (which should console me some) but I feel like the more I bring it up the more it's emotionally draining him. I am afraid this outbreak is never going away. I know that sounds crazy but it feels like forever! So I need some herpes buddies to tell me it will get better-

Do you think it's possible that the stress is running your immune system down and that some of the symptoms you are experiencing is something else? I got headache and nausea with some of the medications but when you mentioned the cough and rattling feeling that is unusual?

Good news!

If you have it genitally you can still kiss and love your children. Make sure to get your test results- a lot of people on here are experts (I am not) but depending on the number it showed you may want to be retested. Unless it was a culture from the lesion? Sorry to hear you are having a bad day!

Hope you feel better... Hopefully you will get some answers soon!

What!! I don't even know what to say there. Regardless of her behavior you are responsible for your own actions. Leave the relationship. I can't believe anyone would knowingly want to pass this virus on to someone -

Have her get tested. Unfortunately if she is positive it still will not tell you "where" she has it. But if she is negative try to use precautions so she doesn't contract it.

It is very rare that they test for Herpes on a routine annual (for your girlfriend)!

I know. I'm feeling so lost right now. I'm having out break after outbreak. Hard to feel sexy.