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newly hsv2 diagonosed and concerned about oral outbreaks!
Even though Im slowly coming to grips with this life sentence, I do feel better as Ive told 2 friends and 1 family member already; all have been supportive. But I find myself soo conscience of every itch or possible bump on other parts of my body; especially my face, Im always inspecting my face!..(never had any form of outbreak to my knowledge; Im 44) My numbers are really high which this forum has been great in helping me realize that Ive had this for a long time and my body has built up antibodies a long time too which is why I guess my 1st OB was very mild. But my question is how possible is it for me to get an oral outbreak. My swab tested negative for hsv 1 but positive for hsv 2. Igg test both came back positive. Can someone clear up what exactly those values mean!!??...is it the higher the number the more antibodies are in my system fighting the virus?? Thanks in advance...ive been leaving lots of questions lately as I just found this site last week and very grateful.
Im sorry to hear about your news. This site was such a help for me too. Its been a while again since Ive been back because each day is getting better. I've had my 2nd outbreak a week ago and it only lasted 6 days and it was milder than the first and I have not taken any medication since my first outbreak. I know everyone's body is different, but I have made the decision to not take meds.. I also got the courage to tell friend and family that I truly trust. This is what has made all the difference. The support from them have made me feel so much better. I wish you the strength to don't beat yourself up. My first few weeks were very emotional too and that's ok. Get it all out and find someone you really trust to tell. I am 44 and have never had any symptoms ever, so this complex virus I am still learning everyday. I wish you well.
What test did you have igg or igm? What eas your numeric value? Do you get cold sores?. I ask these questions to get a better idea of whats really going on.
Sorry to here about your situation and if you want you can start your own thread and we will be happy to help in anyway way we can. You are so not alone!!'
Sorry to here about your situation and if you want you can start your own thread and we will be happy to help in anyway way we can. You are so not alone!!'
I do feel for you. I just found out today I have it and I only got tested bc my brother's partner said she was infected. He was in the clear and I found out about my new life long journey. Because I'm a single mom, I'm not that active. And because I get tested on a regular, I know exactly who gave it to me. I'm beyond furious, not with him, but myself. I had absolutely NO symptoms, but I'm upset that I let him take off the condom bc I have an iud. I can't help but to be so upset with myself. I lied to my brother and told him I didn't have it because I was just so embarrassed. And to hear how he was talking about his infected partner just made me want to ball up and cry. I'm hoping I can get tested again and it say negative, but this experience too has opened my eyes soooo much to the ignorance that some people have. Sorry, I have no one to talk to about this and found this site today. It's going to take a lot of adjusting for me.
I'm sorry to hear that. I am also sorry he won't give you any closer on the matter. That being said you are not damaged or doomed in any way. There are many with the virus and many men who will be just fine dating a girl with hsv. It is very common and you are definitely not alone. Keep a possitive attitude and in time everything will work out and be just fine. There is nothing hsv will stop you from doing. We are here if you need us!!
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I have found myself forgetting that I even have it but I'm not thinking of relationship at all right now. Just wish I could get some closure. Thanks for your positive response.
The stigma is rediculous I agree. The nice thing is most people in our age bracket don't think like young adults so in time tou will see it's not that bad. I know it's very hard to deal with when you first find out. I wish you the best of luck with your partner and we are here if either of you have any questions.
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Hello, it's been a WHILE since I've commented, I just needed to take a break from consuming myself wit have talk and it's been good. Unfortunately my cowardly bf told me in Text that his bloodwork in his words, not what he wanted to hear and he's mad as he'll. Yet has not uttered the actual words of having have, I have not seen any blood results m or have we talked about the matter for now going on 2 months. He thinks I cheated on him and got an outbreak because of it and playing the victim. There has been absolutely no talk of let's meet and go over rwsulrs4..hes been avoiding me which makes me think even though I had hsv1 since childhood, he could have given me hsv2. I'm now left in perpetual limbo and will never SEE his results or him for that matter. What a coward and I told him that...in a text..its the only communication he's chose to have during this whole ordeal.
Well I have my good and bad days..and trying to stay positive, however...I just found out i had this about 2 wks ago and still waiting to hear from my partner with his test results.. unfortunately, with the social stigma, most ppl dont see it as just a skin condition...I mean it is a STD! I can't be naive about it. Prayer has been my best friend though. Thks so much for the response! I appreciate this site more than you know!!
Well both my numbers are well over 3.5, so I just don't want any of this, but if I can avoid anything popping up on my face, hands other areas I'm fine. Genitally is trauma enough, but at least that's hidden. To have to deal with both areas would be too much.
You won't get any oral outbreaks as you have a genital infection. It will stay in the boxer shorts area. The high number just means the test is very confident in what it saw. Which is antibodies for hsv2. Hsv is very common and does not make you less of a person or less of a desirable woman. Keep a good outlook on this. hsv is essentially a skin condition Antivirals and condoms will offer you partners very good protection. I am glad you have supportive family and friends. Keep us posted from time to time on how you're doing
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Hi, yes you could say the higher the values the more antibodies but in reality the only numbers that mean anything are those 3.5 and below as may indicate a false positive.
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