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I’m asking this because I have the impression, based on observation, that people who have already been exposed to HSV orally are generally asymptomatic when it comes to genital HSV.

The person who transmitted it to me was like that — they knew they had oral HSV and probably, because they already had antibodies, never showed genital symptoms, but still infected me.

A friend of mine too: she knew she had oral HSV, and later, after doing a blood test and confirming it, realized she also had genital HSV (she started paying closer attention to the genital area during periods of stress).

Does that make sense?

(My first contact with the virus was traumatic and happened genitally. I still have monthly recurrences. It’s my first year.)

Guys, we read here every day very emotional posts from people who have just been diagnosed, people suffering physically or psychologically, people dealing with rejection, and so on.

I’d like to ask the veterans now if, and how, HSV has impacted your life in a positive way, physically or mentally.

From the perspective of maintaining relationship habits, self-care, changes in physical or mental habits, religious belonging, or becoming closer to family and friends.

Tell me everything.

Girls, do any of you have any experience with HSV (herpes), either being positive for it or having a current or past relationship with someone who has it?

If so, how has your romantic/sexual life been?

Have you experienced any rejection, or have you ever rejected someone?

If you’re HSV-negative, would you consider being in a relationship with someone who has it?

I’ve had HSV since December 2025, and mentally it’s been very challenging. I was wondering if anyone else is going through this too.

Thanks ❤️

Hi everyone!

My mother had a total abdominal hysterectomy today, and I’d like to ask for some information about your postoperative experiences:

1. In the immediate postoperative period, after waking up from surgery, did you have any complications? My mother’s blood pressure has been unstable and she’s been experiencing a lot of nausea. The nurses say it’s normal, but for us as caregivers, everything feels like a warning sign.
2. What was your diet like in the first few days? I’ve done some research, but I’d really like to hear about your personal experiences.

Thank you very much. 🥰