[Exercise and Herpes...]

There’s a Zumba instructor on Instagram who has mentioned exercise and a healthy life style has helped her keep her Herpes away. 

https://instagram.com/janettsyc?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=

[blood test]

Seeker I forgot to tell you in the other thread that I was infected long before meeting my husband. 

[Partner has oral HSV-1, I have genital HSV-1. Is it possible for me to give him genital HSV-1?]

Thanks for your answer, I’ve read that if both have HSV1 (no matter location) then both already have the antibodies. Assuming both have had it for a long time.

I’ve never had a cold sore even though my husband gets them, I do get genital OBs and my swab test in the 90s indicated HSV1. 

I believe we’re protected as we’ve been together for many years and don’t use condoms, but lately I’ve wanted to have another test done, I had a blood test several years ago and when they said it was negative I I automatically assumed Negative for HSV2. I wish I’d asked.

 

[blood test]

I've had H for more than 33 years, I was told it was HSV1 after swab.

Ten years ago I had a blood test and I remember the nurse said it came back negative, I didn't ask if negative for HSV2, (which would be expected), I guess they only tested for HSV2 (is that even possible?) I did not ask as I thought it was just a wrong result and I didn't ask.

Any way, for peace of mind (my husband gets HSV1 cold sores)  I'd like to test again privately with no insurance involved, which test do you recommend, and company, how easy is to prick yourself, how accurate?

I've been having more frequent OB, I guess due to age or menopause (I'm 56), or just stress.

[Partner has oral HSV-1, I have genital HSV-1. Is it possible for me to give him genital HSV-1?]

That is my same situation, both HSV1, him orally, me genitally. We've been married for 15 years, together longer. Never used condoms with him. 

I read we both have the antibodies for HSV1  so everything is good. I'd like to have another test done, as my swab test was more than 30 years ago, just for peace of mind.