Flowerteacher55

Hello, Okay. It typically takes 12+ weeks for your body to build up antibodies in numbers that can be detected by the IgG test. So, you may have to get retested after the 12 week mark. Your symptoms could be related to rough intimacy. Odd question, but are you circumcised? If not, it could be related to issues caused from the foreskin of the penis.

Hello, I am sorry you are so stressed and that you aren't feeling well. It will be okay. You are not alone and we are here for you! It's great you went to get tested. It is possible you have HSV, however you mentioned there were no sores. Did you get an IgM bloodtest? Those are the antibodies that would be the first to show since it's too early for an IgG antibody test. Are you experiencing any rash or tingling? Have your lymph nodes been swollen? Also, did you reach out and ask the person if they have any STIs or have been tested recently? Stay calm and take care of yourself! Monitor yourself for any symptoms changes. Sending blessings of happiness and health your way! 🙂

Hi! Oops, sorry! I completely misunderstood. Did you get waxed up there? And also have you worn any tight underwear (thongs) that would irritate that area?

Hi!! I'm sorry you're experiencing this discomfort. That is a very annoying spot to have an itch at! It could be a cut from pooping. Sometimes our poos can cut our butt holes because they are dry or too big. Cuts on the anus are very common! A wax could definitely cause this. When we wax or shave down there, our skin (or in this case butt cheeks) rub against each other, and there's no hair to act as a buffer. After I shave between my bottom cheeks my skin feels chapped or raw, especially if I then wear a thong or I workout and sweat. I hope this helps! Monitor symptoms and stay well ☀️ Blessings!! 🌻

Hello, No need to apologize! Thanks for the clarification. Can you describe what the sores looked like? Did they have a dimple in the center or any features that were unique? It is possible that was HSV, however usually with a primary outbreak people feel sick or like they have the flue/a cold. It is also common to have the sensations or uncomfortable feelings, too. Okay, avoid touching the sores while they heal, and take note if there is any scabbing of the sores. The Azithromycin side effects are usually feelings of unwellness (nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, loosing appetite, loss of taste, etc), however I am sure it is possible that it can cause rash side effects. Have you ever taken this medicine before, and if so have you ever had an adverse reaction? If possible, see if you can get the sores swabbed, especially if another one opens and starts to ooze. I hope this helps!' I am sending blessings and prayers of health and happiness your way 🙂 !

Hello! I hope you are well. I'm sorry for you stress and symptoms. Please know everything will be okay ☺️☀️! Just to clarify, what do you mean by "glande"? Are you referring to your glands or are you referring to the sores? During the experience four years ago, did you have any symptoms such as tingling, burning, itching, etc? Also, did you happen to notice if you were intimate before the symptoms occured? Has this ever happened again since then, and have you ever talked to a doctor about it? For the current symptoms: Have you had the current sores swabbed? Also, are the sores going through any changes; forming a white head that oozes goo and scabs, for example? I'm praying for you! 🌻 Blessings, grace

Hello! I am so sorry about the timing of your outbreak. However, you can still be romantic in other ways 🙂! In regards to timing, usually you are clear to be fully intimate again when you are 7 days symptom free. The first day begins when you are fully symptom free (so it may technically be 8 days). Symptom free means not having scabs, symptoms of tingling/itching/redness/burning, and not having active sores. Although scabs indicate the sores are healing, the sores could reopen during intercourse and the virus also may be still shedding. I hope this helps! Remember that you and your husband can still be intimate while avoiding the area that has the outbreak. Sending healing blessings your way! ❤️ - grace

@JustPassingBy HOORAY!! I am so happy for you 🙂 Blessings to you both!!

Hello! I hope you are well. I am so sorry about the emotional and physical pain you are experiencing! Just to clarify, were the sores swabbed at all? Also, did the doctor examine you with a speculum? The symptoms do relate to HSV, however what is odd is you mentioned you have never had oral sex, which is usually how oral herpes passes to the genital area from one person to another. It will be okay. The worst episode is typically the worst, since your body is fighting the virus and trying to build antibodies. The symptoms may last a while, but it will get better ❤️. Since the sores are internal, it is hard to apply anything to them (and obviously you shouldn't try since the vagina is a sensitive microbiome sensitive to changes in pH). The Epsom salts should help. You could try soaking again and sitting cross legged in the bathtub. Something else you could ask your doctor about is a topical Acyclovir cream. I am unsure if you can put that internally in the vaginal area, so you could consult your OBGYN or general doctor about that. Getting tested would eventually help since it would help you identify the strain (1 or 2) you have. I hope this helps. Stay strong and hang in there! I am praying for you! ❤️ 🙂 Blessings, grace

I messaged you the links! Sorry for the delay! 🙂 Blessings! ❤️

Hi!! I hope you are well. I'm sorry about that. I can send you a link to the handout shortly. Thanks for your patience! Blessings 🌻🦋 ! grace

Hello @silvercat! Thanks for your patience ❤️ I hope you have been well and haven't been too stressed! First, please know that ocular herpes is rare, especially if you already have HSV in another part of the body (orally, for example) since your body has the antibodies to prevent yourself from passing it to other parts of your body. So, rest assured, you most likely are okay ❤️ To answer your questions... 1. Is it possible to spread the herpes from my lip/nose to my eyes i.e. by touching the cold sore then rubbing my eye. I have read differing opinions on autoinoculation some say it is possible others say it is not due to antibodies you already have to HSV-1 preventing its spread to another area. Hypothetically, it is possible, but unlikely. Your body has antibodies which protect you from autoinoculating yourself. You would need to touch/rub a cold sore and then touch your eye and really intentionally try to give it to yourself, and of course you wouldn't do that!Passing HSV to yourself is really only an issue for those with autoimmune illnesses or those who take medication that lowers their immune system. Also, for those who have just acquired HSV, if it is before 12+ weeks (the time it typically takes for your body to build up sufficient/detectable amounts of antibodies), you can give yourself HSV. Basically, you should be good 🙂 2. Would just touching a cold sore then your just touching or rubbing your eye contain enough viral load for transfer? Similarly to number one's answer, even if it did have enough viral load for hypothetical transfer, your body should be able to protect you from autoinoculation. Infection depends on a few factors, including the viral load, such as skin thickness/if the area has a mucous membrane. For example, a high viral load may not infect the thick skin of the palms but infect the think mucous membrane of the mouth. So, this is a great question, and I am so sorry I don't have a specific answer! 3. Is it ok to splash cold water onto your face when you have an active cold sore. Is there a chance of the water splashing the virus into the eyes (to date this has never happend to me) but am curious if it is a possibility. You should be fine 🙂. HSV prefers dry environments, and while the virus can use water/fluids as a "lazy river" to travel, it doesn't live in water and likely couldn't penetrate the skin if you're washing your face since it would get washed away. 4. As I have had HSV-1 for so long and it has only ever given me cold sores on my lips/nose is there still a chance I could get it in the eye's. Or is it more likely that my outbreaks will keep recurring in the same place as usual lips/nose. No, that is very very very unlikely. It is likely you will continue getting all recurring outbreaks in the usual location(s). 5. Is it common for those who suffer with oralfacial HSV-1 to get ocular herpes No, I don't think so. I tried to find statistics on those who have HSV-1 orally and how many of those people also have ocular HSV, but I was unable to find the statistics. Sometimes, we can feel comforted about things by thinking about the worst case scenario and making a plan in case it happens. For example, let's say someone does get ocular HSV. Well, there are many treatments to help manage it. There are specific eye-drops that help reduce the inflammation and pain and swelling, and of course taking antivirals helps reduce outbreaks, which helps reduce eye damage. Bottom Line: Rest assured, all is well. Practicing hygiene and washing your hands after touching a sore, coupled with the fact that your body has antibodies to protect you from infections helps reduce the risk of transmission significantly. Stay calm and let those worries go. If you need more reassurance or have questions, you could ask your doctor to refer you to speak with a virologist. Let your worries go and focus on things that make you happy 🙂 !! Reach out of you need any more support!! Sending blessings and prayers of happiness and peace your way! grace

Hi Friend! Sorry for the late response. I am teaching right now but I will respond in depth and address all your questions ASAP!! Sending prayers and blessings to you!! 🌻🌈🦋 grace

Okay. Your health is essential, and the doctor needs to understand that! Ask for a copy of the swab results, and/or call the office and ask the nurse and verify the type. Your health matters, and sometimes we have to be very assertive and pushy to our health care providers in order to get answers. Are your symptoms any better? You can also update the nurse on your symptoms and if needed, ask them about potentially getting a different antiviral if the one you are currently taking is not working for you. Praying for you! 🦋🌻

Okay I understand. Did he pass 1 or 2 to you? It's okay. As you heal things the relationship and intimacy will heal. It's not your fault you contracted it either. You aren't wrong for wanting to have sex with the man you love. You are totally not alone. HSV or any STI can impact trauma and reawaken it, but it will all get better, I promise 🌻☀️. Blessings!

Hello, I am so sorry for the emotional and physical pain you are experiencing. Please know and believe that you are not bad. You are not dirty. You are not unworthy of love and happiness. ☀️ You are good. You are pure. You are worthy of love and happiness. 🌻 A common virus does not have the power to change those truths! To clarify, were you diagnosed with HSV-1 or 2, and what type does your husband have? Did he have a cold sore appear at all after you were last intimate? Also, what medicine are you taking, and have your symptoms gotten better at all? I am so sorry you had an adverse childhood experience. I was also molested as a child, and I got H from someone who was abusive to me, so it brought back all the feelings of guilt, shame, and dirtiness. It's almost like reopening a wound. I understand how difficult this must be for you, and I am so sorry. Please know that things will get better. There is hope and healing is possible, and you deserve to heal. It's wonderful your husband is supportive. I'm sure he feels truly terrible about everything. You may need some space from intimacy for right now, and that's okay. Remember that this is not his fault. Sometimes it's hard to compartmentalize our feelings from facts, so try to focus on the rational and truthful concepts when emotion or extreme anxiety starts: you are safe with your husband, he didn't mean to pass this to you, etc. You might be feeling all the old pain rush back. When your mind starts going back there, say to yourself: "That was then. This is now. That's not happening now. I am safe. And I'm okay." That's something my therapist taught me to say to help me process my thoughts and feelings related to trauma without "going back there" and having the emotions and memories take over my mind and feelings. Another thing that may help is couples therapy. It would help you and your relationship heal. You deserve to be happy. Hope is not lost! ☀️ If you need any support, please reach out. I am praying for you 🌻 Sending blessings and prayers of happiness and health your way, grace

Hello! Thanks for the update! We appreciate it 🙂 That is so interesting! I'm sorry the test came back positive, but it is good to have reassurance and clarify the positive answer! In regards to the number, yes, they test positive or negative or equivocal, but yes... there must be something being measured in order to produce numbers that are then applied to the "positive, negative, equivocal" scale. I can do some research and check out what exactly it is measuring! That would tell us what exactly is decreasing that would result in the decrease in number you mentioned. The tingling after alcohol is an interesting symptom. Alcohol does impact the neurological symptoms, which HSV is linked to. So, maybe alcohol is a trigger for nerve pain? It is just unfortunate that the Valacyclovir is not providing relief. I recommend avoiding alcohol and maybe try another one of the two other antivirals (Acyclovir or Famcyclovir) and see if that helps. Hang in there! Thank you again for sharing your updates with us. It definitely helps others with similar situations feel like they are not alone 🙂 Sending blessings and prayers your way! 🙂 grace

Hello, I completely understand. One empathetic soul to another, please know that it's not your fault. Our duty is to be 110% honest about H and risks, and educate our potential partners about risks, and then, they make an informed decision. It is up to them. That is their free will. As much as we may want them to not want us, that choice is up to them. You deserve to be happy and have true love. You are not a burden or a risk. The right person will see this. It will be okay ❤️ Blessings, grace

Hi!! 🙂 I am so happy for you that you found an amazing person! That is such a blessing! It would be great to develop a plan to disclose to him, you can even write it down and prep what you want to say. You can tell him over the phone if it's better, or you can tell them via Skype or FaceTime. It's up to you. Regardless, make sure before you disclose, you make sure he isn't stressed about something else or is having a bad say, as he may have a reaction impacted by that, which can cause miscommunications. It's amazing that you want to give him time to process. You can tell him over the phone, and then you can tell him that you'll give him time to think about everything and ask questions. You can also provide him with educational literature, such as the two helpful sheets that were sent to your email when you signed up for H-Opp! Plus, if you tell him now, it's a mini-like test and reveal who he really is. Is he kind and compassionate and accepting? Does he give in to stereotypes? Honestly, although it may feel like you don't have power, YOU DO! You have so much power here! 🙂 I have told people in person and over text, and honestly both are okay, it really just depends on you. An essential idea if you choose to tell him in person is that you shouldn't do it while things are getting hot and heavy, instead during something non-intimate. Maybe over dinner or while taking a walk; somewhere where hormones and serotonin and adrenaline won't interfere with honest thinking and discussion 🙂 I hope this helps! Reach out if you need any support! Sending blessings and happiness your way! ❤️ grace

Hello, First, I am so sorry that you are struggling with your worry and sadness. You are not alone. You will get through this. A common virus does NOT have the power to consume your life (not unless you let it, of course!). Please know you are not bad. You are not dirty. You are not unworthy of love. You are good. You are pure. You are worthy of love, happiness, and respect ❤️. Having a common virus never ever could change those essential truths. In times of sadness, remind yourself of these facts. You are a warrior! You can do this. 🙂 I am 22, and have had HSV since I was 19. It has impacted my dating life, but honestly in a good way. It makes me realize who I want to spend my time with. People who judge me right away and are ignorant show their true selves when you disclose to them. Herpes has made me value intimacy so much more, and has made me really get to love and accept my body and self. It has made me more humble and has broadened my ability to be empathetic with others who have H. In no way, shape, or form are you defined by this. ❤️ Love is the strongest force on this planet, and the right person for you will love you regardless of H. Hang in there! Please reach out if you need a friend. We are all here for you! Sending blessings and prayers of happiness your way 🌻! grace

Oh okay!! I dont know if that's meant to be put down there, as it might cause vaginal issues. Another thing that helps is taking a spray bottle and filling it with ice water and misting it on the area. It is soothing. Also, I don't know if an Epsom salt bath would help, but it helps reduce inflammation and soothe nerves ❤️ I hope the doctors call goes well!! 🦋 Hang in there!! 🌻

@secreta Hi! Yes, stress rashes are totally a thing! I get itchy when I'm anxious, and I know people who get stress rashes (usually they are in joint areas, like behind the knee, the crease of the elbows, the neck, etc). It's great you saw an allergist! I hope the tests go well and the results come back soon! Keep us updated! Thank you for the kind prayers ☺️!! Blessings! 🌻🕊️🦋

Hi! Oh goodness I am so sorry 🥺!! The lidocaine helps with the neurological symptoms, especially if it's a lidocaine patch intended for the lower back. Definitely reach out to a doctor. You deserve to feel better!! Blessings!

Hi! Great question. So a regular STI panel doesn't actually test for herpes. I was saying you should both get tested in general for other STIs since you both would be new sexual partners to one another (and it's good to get tested before having a new partner!). Herpes can only be detected in a culture swab (swabbing a sore) or in blood, and even then there are testing errors. Basically, herpes is NOT part of a regular STI check, which typically only screens for bacterial gonorrhea and Chlamydia. I hope this answers your question.

@secreta Hello! I am so sorry about your symptoms! Since your body is still building up antibodies for the virus, you may still not feel the best even 7 weeks after contracting H. However, the itching all over your body does not sound appropriate. You could go to an allergist or a dermatologist and see what is going on. Also, are there any ingredients in the Lysine supplement that you could be allergic to? As a lover of chocolate... I am so sorry that you got itchy after eating chocolate 🥺! Correlation is not necessarily causation, so it may have been the chocolate or perhaps a coincidence! Are there any other things that seem to be triggering the inflammatory response? You could keep a log and see what you are doing/eating and then write symptoms as they appear and the time they occur. This is data useful for allergist and doctors in general! I hope this helps! Sending blessings and prayers of happiness and health your way 🙂 grace