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I recently discovered Im hsv2 positive and wear contacts so I have been very concerned with infecting my eyes. I'm not a doctor but this is what Ive learned: Herpes in the eyes is pretty rare and is mostly from hsv1. That said, they do not recommend wearing contacts while you are having an ob. If you have disposable contacts it is recommended that you toss them to be safe. I have been having ob's since the middle of december and didn't know it was herpes until a week ago. Needless to say I have been wearing my contacts and have not been diligently washing my hands before I handled them because I simply did not know I had herpes. I had a few days of pounding headaches and I was freaking out thinking I was going blind or had brain herpes (also rare). It seems that herpes of the eyes also goes away by itself but the ophthalmologist (not a optometrist) can prescribe drops that similar to valtrex will speed up the healing. If you have lesions around the eyes - go to the dr An out break on the eyeball can cause blurred vision and its pretty easily identified by a dr If your vision is blurd so you can't work or drive - I would say a dr visit would be prudent. In your case maybe a quick phone call to ur dr will assist in getting you in earlier (my md is usually scheduled out weeks but when I said std - they found an opening 40 minutes after I called) I havent gone in to have my eyes looked at, but I continue to monitor things daily. If you find out any new info - or can correct my findings please do so as I am interested in learning more about this topic

Suicide is not an option, so get that idea out of your head. Life is all about cycles - up's and down's herpes is a skin disease - would you kill yourself over a zit? It sounds like you are fighting a bout of depression so I'm going down that path with this post. If I'm off the mark - ignore this / maybe it will help someone else. I have been on antidepressants, and they do work but it can be an experiment with dosage and type of meds so this route can take awhile. I found that, for me, other things were a sure fire way to break the bad cycle. I know it can be hard, you have to force yourself at the start - here are a few tips: 1) take a multivitamin everyday. Add fish oil and/or extra vitamin D3 if you can. 2) develop regular sleep patterns. 3) get exercise. You dont need to start training for a marathon, get off the couch and get your heart pumping for 30 to 40 minutes a day. Everyday. Consistency is key 4) eat regular / heathy meals 5) eat a banana everyday. Google the benifits if you don't believe 6) don't isolate yourself. Get involved in a group. Church groups or checkout meetup.com are a few ideas 7) do things you used to enjoy - reading, bowling, fishing, skiing. Something to distract yourself I know this list may seem daunting - but for me these simple things have been a tremendous help never forget there are many people who love you. You may not think so now, but thats just your head messing with you. Best

They say 3 to 4 months is the incubation peroid. Get the second IgG test, accept the results and move on aka 95% is pretty darn certain.

Hello All, Hey I just wanted to post a quick update It has been a whirlwind last few days. Sleepless nights pondering how herpes is going to change my life. I was able to see my regular doc today and he was great. I got a prescription for valtrex and started my daily regimine. It may be somewhat psychological - but I feel like I've started to turn the corner on my outbreak and after about three weeks, things are on the mend. I know with supression meds this is going to be manageable. Second is that I had a chat with my ex - I'm still not convinced she didnt lie - but I'm at peace with myself and the situation. Third is I chatted with a fwb friend I've had an on and off thing with for many years. She told me that she was recently tested (negative) because she thought her ex had cheated on her. Gosh our twisted lives. Well this was a disclosure talk kinda in a way too. Shes going to be retested but, funny thing is she said she would still be my fwb as long as we were safe. A shocker. Wow, this has made me think that I actually have a chance. LoL. I have grown substantially in the last few days. I have had uncomfortable conversations, which has forced me to be honest with myself and others. I'm starting to think that herpes Is not such a horrible thing. For awhile, I've felt that that my intimate relationships have been rather shallow - now there are known risks to be with me. I have gone from 'who would be with me?!?' to 'if you are willing to accept the risks of being with me, maybe we can be together'. What a turn around. One week and yes, life has changed - but it is far from over All the best

Ava - thank you for your comments.... everything that you say makes perfect sense. I have been in contact with my suspected gift giver and she is stalling on producing her tests results... I'm figuring that either: 1) she got tested but they didn't test for herpes or 2) she knew all along I am trying to have a positive mental attitude, but its tough. As I eluded in my previous post, she really wants a relationship with me. Almost to the point of stalking me (thru others). I am fearing that she knew all along and was hoping it would work between us then lied about it. Time will tell. I am in physical pain as I am having a bad OB - my head is pounding, my junk hurts and I feel crushed. I guess everyone goes thru this phase.... I just hope that I can summons the internal energy to continue fighting.

Just found out that the wonderful gift was given to me. The feelings I have are similar to many: denial, shock, dismay, confusion, anger I suspect that this is my second breakout, the first was in March. I wanted peace of mind, so back then I went in for testing. The blood test came back negative, the visual was "you have herpes". I disclosed this to my partner, who (told me) she went for testing & tested negative.... her assurances gave me nine months of peace. A few weeks ago, I broke out in the same spot. Suspecting something, I went in for testing - no denying it / no false positive borderline results / off the scale. Now the dilemma: do I re-confront the now ex or do I just move on. Part of me feels like I have a responsibility to discuss these new developments. The reality of this situation is that this girl will do anything to be with me. I also suspect that she imparted this blessing upon me so she probably already knows the real truth. My hesitation is that this girl is in my social circle. I feel like I have a responsibility to share the facts but I also know that there is a high chance that my situation will become the latest news. Being newly diagnosed, I am still trying to wrap my brain around how this will impact my life - and I really don't need the extra burden of being marked. any thoughts?