CountryLover

I might add that there were no IgM antibodies to both HSV-1 and 2. What does that mean? I'm still not clear on the 'antibodies' aspect.

Hi all, so glad I found this site! So...I was diagnosed with genital herpes-1 about a month ago. I feel confident that my ex-boyfriend gave it to me. He had a small red bump on his lower lip, which to me looked like a blemish, not a cold sore. He had given me oral sex at that time. That is the only way I can guess how and who I got it from. We were in an exclusive 2 year relationship. No problems at all during that time. Then boom! Within a week I came down with flu-like symptoms. That apparently was my first primary outbreak. I guess I started Acyclovir in time before developing blisters. I only had a few tiny 'bubble-looking' bumps. That was it. So as of yet I have not had the classic herpes symptoms. When I talked to my ex-boyfriend over the phone with the news, I tried to be as sensitive as possible. He got defensive and denied it. He said he didn't have it, therefore could not have given it to me. He said he knew all about herpes. Apparently he didn't. I myself obviously was not educated on the more recent findings within the last few years. So, I am obviously hurt by his reaction and lack of concern. Is this attitude and reaction more common with men than women? I'd like some feedback, as this is all new to me. On a more positive note, I am glad I have type 1 rather than 2.