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Girlfriend developed HPV dysplasia I have HSV2
My girlfriend developed HPV/Dysplasia and is currently being treated for Dysplasia. She has had a history of abnormal pap smears/cancer prior to meeting me.
I was told by my family doctor although they are both STD's that they are separate virus and one is not a result of the other. Was her Dysplasia as a result of my HSV2. I was just recently tested for any and all STD's known and my results were negative.
She also donates blood on a regular basis. I was under the impression that the Red Cross screened the blood for any STD's such as HIV, HPV, HSV, Hepatitis and they have never rejected her donations or notified her that she was positive.
Once the Dysplasia is under control can my HSV2 result in re-occurrences? Another concern she and I have is if she were to be with other partners can being sexually active with another result in the Dysplasia reoccurring?
I have had HSV2 now for nearly 10 years. I have not had a breakout for nearly 7 years and have been with others who never developed any visible or physical symptoms.
We are trying to work on staying together although, if there is a chance that I will continue to be the cause of her Dysplasia than it is not worth the chance of her health. She is also allergic to latex so condoms are not an answer for us.
We love one another although her health and years ahead far outweigh any risks that may result in staying together. So much lies in the balance with my questions and hope to hear a response soon. My inner self tells me that I already have the answer and it is not the one I want to hear.
Also is there any other publications or sites that can be informative that directly addresses my questions concerning one resulting from the other.
I appreciate any and all assistance that can be provided and your time.
I was told by my family doctor although they are both STD's that they are separate virus and one is not a result of the other. Was her Dysplasia as a result of my HSV2. I was just recently tested for any and all STD's known and my results were negative.
She also donates blood on a regular basis. I was under the impression that the Red Cross screened the blood for any STD's such as HIV, HPV, HSV, Hepatitis and they have never rejected her donations or notified her that she was positive.
Once the Dysplasia is under control can my HSV2 result in re-occurrences? Another concern she and I have is if she were to be with other partners can being sexually active with another result in the Dysplasia reoccurring?
I have had HSV2 now for nearly 10 years. I have not had a breakout for nearly 7 years and have been with others who never developed any visible or physical symptoms.
We are trying to work on staying together although, if there is a chance that I will continue to be the cause of her Dysplasia than it is not worth the chance of her health. She is also allergic to latex so condoms are not an answer for us.
We love one another although her health and years ahead far outweigh any risks that may result in staying together. So much lies in the balance with my questions and hope to hear a response soon. My inner self tells me that I already have the answer and it is not the one I want to hear.
Also is there any other publications or sites that can be informative that directly addresses my questions concerning one resulting from the other.
I appreciate any and all assistance that can be provided and your time.
Wow, you seriously need to do some reading on HPV and HSV. Despite sharing similar initials, they are completely different viruses: Human Papilloma Virus (warts) and Herpes Simplex Virus.
Virtually everyone gets HPV at some point, and regardless of who gave what to whom, surely you are both infected by now. You don't ping-pong either virus. I'd say no further protection against HPV is needed.
The herpes thing is another story. She should ask her doctor for a HerpeSelect blood test to see if she has HSV2. If so, you don't need to take further precautions. If not, then you might consider going on suppressive therapy to reduce the risk of transmission. Also make sure you wear condoms, which are pretty good protection against HSV. But even if she does get it, for most people it's a total non-event. Certainly not something worth breaking up over, for god's sake. And for what it's worth, since about 25% of people have genital herpes, avoiding them is going to seriously reduce the pool of available partners...
First, read Dr. Handsfield's STD board for his advice and info about HPV and HSV. Then check out www.westoverheights.com; they have a herpes handbook that would be very helpful to you both.
And relax. This is not a big deal.
Virtually everyone gets HPV at some point, and regardless of who gave what to whom, surely you are both infected by now. You don't ping-pong either virus. I'd say no further protection against HPV is needed.
The herpes thing is another story. She should ask her doctor for a HerpeSelect blood test to see if she has HSV2. If so, you don't need to take further precautions. If not, then you might consider going on suppressive therapy to reduce the risk of transmission. Also make sure you wear condoms, which are pretty good protection against HSV. But even if she does get it, for most people it's a total non-event. Certainly not something worth breaking up over, for god's sake. And for what it's worth, since about 25% of people have genital herpes, avoiding them is going to seriously reduce the pool of available partners...
First, read Dr. Handsfield's STD board for his advice and info about HPV and HSV. Then check out www.westoverheights.com; they have a herpes handbook that would be very helpful to you both.
And relax. This is not a big deal.
Oh- and re: blood donation--of the STDs, they only check for HIV and hepatitis, because they're the only two bloodborne pathogens.
Even though she's allergic to latex - you can use polyurethane condoms if you are interested in using them as another precaution against her contracting your hsv2.
If you've never read the herpes handbook yet I highly recommend it - www.westoverheights.com/freebook.html
I totally 2nd monkeyflower's post - your hsv2 and her hpv/dysplasia have nothing to do with each other. She already had issues before she met you from the hpv from the sounds of things. I hope she gets a quick resolution of her problems quickly so you two can get back to normal soon and have less to worry about :)
Has she looked into any of the terrific research going on right now with hpv and dysplasia on clinicaltrials.gov?
grace
If you've never read the herpes handbook yet I highly recommend it - www.westoverheights.com/freebook.html
I totally 2nd monkeyflower's post - your hsv2 and her hpv/dysplasia have nothing to do with each other. She already had issues before she met you from the hpv from the sounds of things. I hope she gets a quick resolution of her problems quickly so you two can get back to normal soon and have less to worry about :)
Has she looked into any of the terrific research going on right now with hpv and dysplasia on clinicaltrials.gov?
grace
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