I was diagnosed with herpes a year ago. I met a man that I fell in love with. Before intercourse I made sure he put on a condom. Right before the act, he took it off without me knowing and that's how I got the disease. I'm upset and angry still and I'm depressed. He selfishly gave me this disease and to make matters worse, dumped me. I've met a real nice guy and am afraid to tell him. I'd rather be single forever than infecting anyone with this dreadful disease.


I had a similar situation happen-the guy I was with didn't tell me he had herpes and when I got it, he left. That guy will get his karma. If you have met a man that you have fallen in love with, it is a good idea to tell him. I know that this will be extremely difficult. Pick a private place-go for a walk. He will respect you for telling him-it shows that you have integrity (un like those who gave it to us!) I am sure that he will appreciate your honesty. Friendship, Love, and companionship are what real relationships are about. You may even discover that he has it himself. I felt the same way as you in the beginning, that I would never meet anyone again who would accept me. People can surprise you in good ways. Ironically, I met the love of my life because I got herpes. If it didn't happen to me, I think I would have continued on my path of falling for jerks. Remember, there are good people in the world. Don't sacrifice the chance to have a relationship because you are afraid-you deserve better than that. There is light at the end of the tunnel. My thoughts and prayers are with you.