I am experiencing my first out break and it is beyond painful. I had unprotected sex last Saturday and the following days I felt a burning sensation when I pee. On Wednesday I saw sores and Thursday I spent all day in denial thinking how could I have been infected that quickly. I went to get tested Friday, my blood results came back negative, but I read online if you are recently exposed it takes longer to detect in your blood. The doctor took a culture too and am waiting on those results, but she said by looking at the sore I do have genital herpes. I am so happy I found this site it has helped me so much with coping when I do find out my results.
1. Is it likely that I got it from the last partner I was just with?
2. Will I be able to give and or receive oral sex?
3. I already have a weak immune system and have been battle HPV as well for 2 years, will I likely have more outbreaks?
I drink a gallon of water, exercise, and for most part try and remember my vitamins but I am always battling a cold.
4. The doctor gave me valacyclovir for 7 days, should I take this daily to keep from spreading it? I do not have a partner or anything but to be safe, and of course use condoms.
Thank you! Again this site has been more than helpful!! I have been pretty down since I saw the sores and how to cope with it.