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gville89

posted 07/30/2008, comments (3)

I have a mild case, will it be spread as a mild case?

I have a mild case of genital herpes.. I havent been tested but ive looked up several pictures and it looks identical just minutes ago.. Even though I was relieved that it was not a serious case, the fact that I have it is just overwhelms me in a negative way. I care not for myself but how the person I love more than anything would take it and how... Read more Chevron

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Charlotte Grayson, M.D.

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posted 05/11/2008, comments (0)

Is there anything new and/or promising on the horizon that gives

In a word: Yes! There are many areas of research of herpes that promise to one day improve the quality of life for those affected, better treat the disease, prevent it and potentially cure it. A couple of areas may impact herpes treatment and prevention within the next decade:Topical microbicides:These are topical drugs containing compounds that... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/09/2008, comments (2)

not understanding...

i've read the recent article about genital herpes and it pushed me into writing this. i'm 19 and was introduced to a guy from a very close friend. we were getting on really well until i slept with him and caught genital herpes. i kept it to myself for a few days and went to the doctors for it to be confirmed. i confided in my friend who... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/08/2008, comments (5)

Transmission by giving oral sex and kissing when I have genital herpes

I was recently diagnosed with genital herpes and my sores are still healing. I've been taking Valtrex, antibiotics, etc. for about a week. I have read a lot about this disease, but cannot figure out whether I can transmit the disease to my partner by kissing him and giving him oral sex. The information I have read is... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/07/2008, comments (0)

Tested negative for HSV-1 & HSV-2, but...

I got tested for Herpes in November 2007. My last sexual experience was in July 2007. My Herpes test (IgM) HSv came back positive, but when I was test for HSV-1 & HSV-2, my results were negative. I haven't had any symptoms of Herpes. Do I have Herpes?

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