Here's the data. I'll try to keep it short.
HSV1 Positive
HSV2 Negative
Contracted onto base of penis and abdomen during protected intercourse.
Hoping(fingers crossed) I have little or now recurrence.
From all I've read while not great HSV1 is not nearly as bad as what HSV2 can be. Worrying about it is of no use. true?
I'll inform future partners of my status but besides using a condom and not having sex during an outbreak is there much I can do to proactively protect future partners?
Is this really the same as a lip coldsore on my genitals?
Does having a strong response to initial outbreak help reduce future occurrences?
Thanks in advance.
Chuck
OK, I"ll wait those results.
Terri
I thought I posted on this...
Yes. they thought it was herpes. I'll post data once I have swab results.
Thanks Terri
Chuck.
So the provider that you saw said they are almost certain it is herpes?
Protected sex during an outbreak is risky but not a guarantee of infection, no. However, I have certainly seen people who acquired herpes while using a condom. I would not worry about non skin to skin STD's, no.
Terri
Thank you
Went and got the swab test. awaiting results.
I'm pretty sure(99.9%) its Herpes at this point.
Because the part of my genitals that is infected can't be covered with a condom even with a condom sex would have an extremely high probability of transmission. male to female. even the slightest uncovered touch would do it. correct?
Is sex(even protected) during an outbreak a near guarantee of infection?
can you confirm or do you agree in these hypothesis?
since it was protected(carefully) should I worry about non skin to skin transmissible std's?
Thanks in advance.
C
If you are still getting new ones I strongly encourage you to go to a professional and have an evaluation. They should be swab tested if at all possible for herpes. I can't tell over the internet if this is herpes but if they are oozing clear fluid and some are scabbing this is very worrisome. Please go right in and have this done as earlier testing is more accurate.
By the way shaving makes you more vulnerable to problems, not less.
Let me know what the provider says about your rash.
Terri
PS: Im worried about a first time exposure. I've tested negative for HSV in the past. I believe I am HSV negative.