Hi,
First post here. Not sure where this should go. A while back, I was in a relationship and I had an STD panel done including and the results showed postive for HSV-2 (IgG). I've never had any lesions-but may have had some subclinical symptoms. My partner was also tested(IgG) and he didn't have it. I went to see an infectious disease specialist, and she said that given my history that my body was handling it O.K. and not to worry-even about viral shedding. She did not feel medication was needed at that time, but she did tell me to take precautions. I did get some acyclovir just in case. After the relationship was over, I went in for another STD panel and tested postive for HSV-1, again IgG. (Draw your own conclusions.) I'm assuming it's oral, based on research and during the relationship I had a cold and the doctor saw erythema in my throat. I have not had an official outbreak/lesions yet, although there was one time that I went to the emergency room for a cold/sinus and something on my inside of lip which they weren't sure what it was, but I was told to take the acyclovir just in case. After taking it, I felt much better. I did go to see the infectious disease specialists again and at this time, they felt that I should not be on suppressive medication. Having both is a very big deal to me because I already have a chronic illness, so am scared of having outbreaks and passing the HSV virus on to loved ones/or to a new site on myself even without an outbreak because it is so contagious. I feel like my dating/love life is over-and I just got back into it. I am afraid to kiss someone (even without an outbreak, because I don't want to pass anything on) and that is a huge part of dating. I feel dirty, and that no one would want me because I have both HSV1 and 2. I am worried about disclosure (especially about HSV-1), because I am a very private person, but as I said, I don't want to pass anything on. Any suggestions for this? Anyone have suggestions/tips about dealing/daily living(especially housecleaning)/dating with both HSV-1 and HSV-2? I have done research into some basic precautions, but would appreciate any advice. Thank you.