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I was recently diagnosed (TWO cultures were positive) with type 2. I thought I had a very bad yeast infection, was treating it, and went back since it was not getting better. I am married with a young child--not in a good spot in my marriage and strayed once. I know the man well and have full trust in him. Used protection. I am absolutely devastated for so many reasons and I am totally confused and scared. I am worried I am now at risk of developing other diseases (Mainly HIV) and feel like I was just handed a death sentence. I am on Valtrex, the sores are still there and they hurt. I still feel achy and rundown--I'm going on about a week since I noticed the very first sore, on day 5 of valtrex. When can I start to expect relief and how do you cope with this? One of the worst parts about this is I don't know how I got it, how long I"ve had it, if I contracted it on my own or if it was from someone else.

Please help calm my fears...I can't stop crying over this!!!

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I completely understand how you feel, I myself just found out two days ago that I have HSV2 and I have no idea how or when I got it. My doctor seems to think that my boyfriend of almost a year gave it to me, but I almost have a feeling that I know who it was and I want to confront the guy, but I haven't talked to him in over 2 years. I have been on treatment for 2 days and already starting to feel some relief, I think you will probably feel better soon. My doctor told me I may never have another outbreak after this one, so I'm just gonna try to live my life normal and maybe make an adjustment in my diet.

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Hi Not4me. I am sorry you are having a hard time. It is really hard in the beginning, but it does get better. I was diagnosed 6 weeks ago with GHSV2 and it has already gotten a lot better for me. First off - you have not been handed a death sentence. HSV is a fairly common and mostly harmless skin virus. Approximately 80% of people in North America have HSV1 and 20-25% have HSV2, but 70% of those people don't show symptoms. So it is a common virus. You can go on to lead a happy and healthy life after this diagnosis. As for the risk of developing HIV, I haven't read too much about it. I don't think you should worry about that. HSV does not put you at more risk - being exposed to the virus puts you at risk. You can't get HIV without being exposed to the virus. I know there is so much information (and a lot that is wrong) on the internet that you can go crazy thinking about everything after your diagnosis. I know I did that a bit! This is one of the best sites I've found for balanced and good information. Read the links to the right - that should help. You can also go into the chat room and talk to people there! :)

I don't know when I got this virus either. Honestly, I tried to rack my brain at first, but then I decided "what's the point". I mean I have it and that's all that matter. I didn't get it from my current bf and I believe it has been dormant for years. Did you get a blood test? If so, what type? The IgG type specific test is the one you want. If you are negative on that and positive on the culture then it is most likely a new infection.

There are a lot of great people on this site who understand what you are going through. Let me know if you have any other questions! :)

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Diagnosed Yesterday

I was just diagnosed yesterday and feel like I'm still in a bad dream. I said 2011 was going to be my year for nothing but greatness and well 13 days in it's not so great. More like the worst with a lifetime to go! I am so unsure of how I contracted but I got HSV-2. My husband too. We actually honestly believe we contracted the same time as in the whole time we've been together 6+ years we have never had any issues. But early last week, we both complained about itching and on the exact same day the itching turned it to what appeared to be a rash (both of us). After a day of realizing this was something serious, we went to an after-hours facility that tested us and the results revealed we were positive. How did this happen? I don't know where to begin. I couldn't function all day. I have two children, what do I need to be cautious of with them? Can it and will it spread to them with just our normal habits? What will this mean for my husband and I's sex life? I am afraid to tell family, close friends....should I even bother? I read somewhere that it could spread from the genital area to my face, is this true? I've been reading all night and day today, everything seems contradictory. Please help.

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Hi love - The virus is only spread by skin to skin contact. As long as you wash your hands after you touch your genital area and practice good hygiene (which I am sure you already do), you and your children will be fine. It can not be passed through your toilet seat and stuff like that. I know it is really hard after you receive your diagnosis.It will get better with time though. Read the links to the right, they are really helpful. Also, ask any questions you have. It is actually good that both you and your husband have it. You can not give it to each other more, so you can continue having a wonderful sex life, just do not have sex during an OB. The only people you have to tell about this is your doctor and people you are about to be intimate with (obviously this doesn't really apply to you since your husband already knows and has it as well). Only tell people you feel like you can trust 100% and only tell them if you think it will help you. I told my bf, my mom, best friend, and another close friend. They have all been really supportive. I hope you are starting to feel a little better. This site helped me a lot :)

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Hi love - The virus is only spread by skin to skin contact. As long as you wash your hands after you touch your genital area and practice good hygiene (which I am sure you already do), you and your children will be fine. It can not be passed through your toilet seat and stuff like that. I know it is really hard after you receive your diagnosis.It will get better with time though. Read the links to the right, they are really helpful. Also, ask any questions you have. It is actually good that both you and your husband have it. You can not give it to each other more, so you can continue having a wonderful sex life, just do not have sex during an OB. The only people you have to tell about this is your doctor and people you are about to be intimate with (obviously this doesn't really apply to you since your husband already knows and has it as well). Only tell people you feel like you can trust 100% and only tell them if you think it will help you. I told my bf, my mom, best friend, and another close friend. They have all been really supportive. I hope you are starting to feel a little better. This site helped me a lot :)

Thanks so much. I've decided to keep this between my husband and me. At first I wanted to involve my mom and best friend but I don't think it will help me through this situation. I have found positive encouragement and a great deal of support and education through this site. I'm grateful for that. I still fear the unknown about the infection but I guess who doesn't. Time will heal and I know that. But for now, hurt covers.

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Hi Love, I read your post and it's funny, I said the same thing about 2011 being a super great year and this is how it's starting. It will get better and life will go on normally. You just need some time to wrap your brain around everything.

best of luck to you and your family....

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