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First of all.. wikipedia??? Really? NOT the most reliable of sources!
Second...google those images...that is very rare severe cases.
Ok that said I read on another thread that someone argued that she would never have sex with someone who had herpes...and yet she admited to kissing someone she didn't know. When asked how she was sure she didn't catch oral hsv she stated "Well...I never kissed anyone with a cold sore" REALLY??????
Hate to break the news...but having it on your mouth has all the same shedding risks as having it below the belt. You have the same level of risk getting the virus on your mouth even if they do NOT have a cold sore present.
So still claim you never kissed anyone who had it? REALLY? Well stats show that between 80% - 90% have this virus in on/in their mouth. Hmmm....how many of you have kissed someone on the first date? second date? how about kissing a bit more on the 3rd date? How do you know that they didn't have a big horrible cold sore on their mouth a month ago? I doubt that anyone is going to stop you from kissing goodnight and say "Oh...hold up...my mouth looks perfect right now...but last month my lower lip blew up with sores."
If 80% of the population has it in their mouth...hmmm...guess you could count on 8 out of 10 people you have kissed having it. BTW deep kissing is not required.
I am shocked by the ignorance that people will apply to this. They look at people who have genital herpes with disgust and yet they will kiss perfect strangers on the first or second date without a thought. DUDE...really? | |
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Posted: 6/23/2012 2:52:26 PM |
I had an experience a while back in which a young lady informed me, prior to any sexual activity, that she had genital herpes. She told me what she knows about it and suggested I do some research and educate myself. I did.
Question: How would YOU view a prospective sexual partner informing you of their issue, and how would you handle the situation?
Communication and knowledge of the subject matter.
Webmed seems to be a good source…
http://www.webmd.com/genital-herpes/guide/genital-herpes-overview-facts
Overview & Facts
About one in five U.S. adults and teens have had a genital herpes infection -- and most don’t know it. Learn about the herpes simplex virus and how to lower your risk.
What Is Genital Herpes?
What Is Genital Herpes?
Genital herpes is an infection of the genitals, buttocks, or anal area caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Most genital herpes is caused by HSV type 2. Yet as people begin to have sex at younger ages the herpes type 1 virus has increasingly been shown to also cause genital herpes.
How Common Is Genital Herpes?
Genital herpes is a chronic, lifelong viral infection. At least 50 million persons in the United States have genital HSV infection.
Related Guide: First Time Herpes Outbreaks
What does herpes do after it enters the body?Some symptoms of primary HSV-2 infection are different from the recurrent symptoms that come later.
Related Guide: Recurrent Herpes Outbreaks
Herpes is a recurrent infection. That means the infection never goes away. The symptoms may disappear for awhile, but they come back periodically.
Causes
Genital Herpes Causes
Genital herpes is a highly contagious infection usually spread through intercourse, but it can be passed through oral or anal sex as well. Learn about it in this sexual health article.
Are You at Risk?
Herpes Can Increase the Risks of HIV Infection
STDs can increase the risk of HIV. People with genital herpes have at least twice the risk of becoming infected with HIV if exposed to it than those without it. Read more about herpes and HIV infection.
Related Guide: Your Guide to STDs
One out of four teens in the United States becomes infected with an STD each year and by the age of 25, half of all sexually active young adults will get an STD.
Tool: Are You at Risk of Genital Herpes?
This brief questionnaire will let you know.
Related Guide: What Increases Your Risk of Herpes
Lots of risk factors can increase your risk of genital herpes. Stress, fatigue, and being a woman are herpes risk factors, read more.
Risks Associated With Oral Sex and Genital Herpes
Receiving oral sex raises women’s genital herpes risk, a study shows.
Rare Circumcision Ritual Carries Herpes Risk
Male infants can become infected with the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) after undergoing circumcision that included direct oral-genital contact between the infant and the circumciser. Read more about circumcision and herpes risks.
Prevention
10 Ways to Reduce Risk of Genital Herpes
Practicing safe sex by using a condom is just one. Some honesty helps, too.
What to Do if Your Partner Has Genital Herpes Infection
Getting information on genital herpes is one way to deal with your feelings.
Have I Been Infected, Too?
For those whose partners have been infected, answers to some common questions.
Reducing Baby’s Risk of Herpes Infection
Delivering a baby via cesarean section can protect an infant from infection with the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Read more about the recommendations for cesarean section and herpes.
Hopes this helps…. | |
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Posted: 6/24/2012 7:40:42 AM | I just loooooove how all the herp derps act like its noooooo big deal.
Oh, my privates just rot every couple months. No big. | |
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Posted: 6/24/2012 11:37:52 AM |
First of all.. wikipedia??? Really? NOT the most reliable of sources!
I only quoted wikipedia as it was the simpler explanation, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) had basically the same info...
Second...google those images...that is very rare severe cases
Oh, silly me...
I didn't realise that NO ONE ever gets a severe case... It's good to know that it will only ever be a mild case and those hundreds of pictures never happen to anyone...
So, here is a better description then...
The symptoms of genital herpes vary greatly from person to person, with many people having no noticeable symptoms (asymptomatic).
Genital Herpes:
Symptoms:
usually develop within 2 to 20 days after contact
could continue up to 2 weeks
may be so mild it goes unnoticed
may take longer or be less severe in some people, especially in those with partial immunity to the virus from having facial herpes, e.g. cold sores.
in the first attack sometimes causes visible sores
last between 10 - 21 days
The first episode is the most severe as most people have not been exposed to the virus before and antibodies will not have been produced to trigger the immune response.
When the herpes virus gets into skin cells it reproduces itself and starts to multiply, making the skin red and sensitive. Blisters or bumps may appear on the genital area, the blisters first opening, then healing with the regeneration of new skin tissue.
The infected area:
is usually painful and may itch, burn or tingle, during the outbreak.
Other symptoms include:
swollen lymph glands
painful inflamed blisters develop around infected area
headache
muscle ache
fever
vaginal or penis discharge
infection of the urethra causing a burning sensation during urination
a burning sensation in the genitals
lower back pain
small red bumps may appear in the genital area following earlier symptoms, later developing into painful blisters, which crust over, form a scab, and heal.
No Symptoms:
Up to 60% of people who have genital HSV show no signs of the disease and are unaware that they are infected, but are capable of transmitting the virus to others (asymptomatic viral shedding).
Recurrences
Subsequent recurrences of the virus may cause an outbreak of blisters.
Recurrences:
are usually shorter and less severe than the initial episode
may decrease in both severity and frequency over time
are usually preceded by warning symptoms (also known as prodromal symptoms)
After the lesions have healed, and the symptoms of recurrence have ended, pain and discomfort in the genital area is still sometimes felt (post-herpetic neuralgia).
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be used to treat this condition. Some people find these drugs effective for the discomfort of the prodrome, and for the duration of the outbreak.
How common are recurrences?
80% of persons having a first episode caused by HSV-2 will have at least one recurrence
50% of persons with HSV-1 will experience a recurrence
The most common scenario is occasional recurrences (about 4 attacks per year)
Usually, the first year has the most viral activity
A recurrence takes place when the virus replicates in the nerve ganglia and particles of virus travel along the nerve to the site of primary infection in the skin or mucous membranes (inner, moist lining of the mouth, vagina etc).
There are very subtle forms of recurring herpes found on the penis, vulva, anus, thigh and buttocks or anywhere in or around the genital area that heal very quickly (within a matter of days).
Signs of Recurrent Outbreaks:
Breaks or irregularities in the skin, such as a cut, red bump or rash
Small sores or blisters that form a crust may occur anywhere in the region between the legs--thigh, buttocks, anus, or pubis
Healing occurs in half the time as the first outbreak
What brings on or "triggers" an outbreak or recurrence?
Although it is not known exactly why the virus reactivates at various times, both physical and/or psychological factors can bring on an outbreak.
Physical Factors:
Physical factors differ from person to person, but may be caused from:
being run-down
suffering from other genital infections (affecting the local skin area)
menstruation
drinking a lot of alcohol
exposure of the area to strong sunlight
conditions that compromise a person's immune system (where the body's immune system is not functioning normally)
prolonged periods of stress
ultraviolet light
friction or damage to the skin, caused by, for example, sexual intercourse, may also lead to a recurrence
surgical trauma
anything that lowers your immune system or causes local injury can trigger recurrences.
Psychological Factors:
periods of prolonged stress can cause more frequent recurrences
it is also common to experience stress and anxiety as a result of having recurrences.
Prodrome
A warning sign (prodrome) is experienced by many people in recurring outbreaks. Warning symptoms which indicate the virus is becoming active, and is on its way to the skin's surface may include:
itching
tingling
numbness
burning
general fatigue
flu-like symptoms
fever
swelling of the lymph nodes in the area of outbreak
headache
painful urination
pain in the buttocks, back of legs, lower back
Cycle of a typical outbreak or recurrence
The symptoms of an active herpes outbreak or recurrence may occur in the following phases.
Symptomatic Course of the Disease:
Inflammation
Swelling, tenderness, and/or redness that may appear before the actual outbreak, and may include itching, and sensitivity. The inflammation may never progress to blisters.
Blisters
One or several small fluid filled lesions, tiny red bumps, or rash may form and can resemble small fissures, especially near the anus.
Ulcers
When the skin breaks on the blisters, small, round, wet looking, ulcers leaking clear to milky colored fluid can be seen
Crust
The sores begin to dry, scab, and crust over beginning the healing process. The virus may possibly still be present until the ulcer has completely healed, and the scab falls off.
NOTE: the sores do not always crust before healing.
Healing
New skin is formed and may look slightly red, or silver. Viral replication is complete, the virus has left the skin's surface, and the skin is now safe to touch. Healing of the skin does not normally leave scarring. The virus then retreats into the nerves and lies dormant.
Routine Check-ups
A check up for herpes is important because:
lesions can be overlooked
lesions can be invisible to the human eye
Mistaken Symptoms
Herpes outbreaks can be mistaken for:
insect bites
jock itch
abrasions
razor burn
yeast infections
hemorrhoids
ingrown hair follicles
See, nothing to worry about.... LOL | |
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Posted: 6/28/2012 3:16:24 PM | I'm sorry...I didn't say there was nothing to worry about???
HELLO did you not read my entire post. I simply took the warning to another level that most people in society don't even want to consider.
But I am probably making too big of a deal of the kissing stuff....after all...a lady (or gentleman) will ALWAYS inform a perfect stranger if they have oral herpes right?
People...80-90% have this virus in their mouth.
Also a FACT-- Even if you do NOT have a cold sore in (or on) your mouth you can still spread herpes to others that you happen to kiss.
Don't assume you are safe cause their lips look perfectly normal. The virus can still spread during that time.
Many people take meds like Valtrex for this...and never tell their partners they have this horrible virus in their mouth.
But you probably only kiss the 'safe' ones goodnight, right? If they "were the type" to get cold sores in (on) their mouth you would somehow know, right?
The absurd attitude of people on this thread that somehow it is catastrophic and disgusting to date someone with genital herpes....and yet these people will kiss on strangers they meet the same night...not knowing that they are exposing themselves to this same disgusting catastrophic virus!!!
But it isn't the same right?
I mean...getting cold sores on your mouth is not as GROSS as getting the exact same cold sores below the belt.
Well...Happy Dating everyone! :) {{why yes...this post is heavy on sarcasm and harsh truth.}} | |
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Posted: 6/29/2012 9:20:33 PM | Mr Church loves to spread his fear around about this topic.
In fact this whole thread is quite pointless, because nobody is safe from anything if they have any type of physical intimate contact with anyone, even kissing as mentioned, so, it comes down to you either choose to live in fear, withdraw into yourself and avoid ALL human contact and ALL forms of human intimate relationships, or, you live your life and accept that at some point YES you more than likely will be with someone who has something. It is called LIFE
More facts
Any sexual encounter that is unprotected: 50% chance of catching something
1 in 2 Americans will have contracted an STD by the time they reach the age of 25
65 million people living in the US have an STD
There are at least 19 million new STD cases each year
2/3 of all STD’s occur in people 25 yrs of age or younger
1 in 4 new STD cases occur in teenagers
1 in 4 Americans have genital herpes, 80% of those with herpes are unaware they have it
at least 1 in 4 Americans will contract an STD at some point in their lives
an HPV test for men DOES NOT EXIST therefore no man can say he has a 'clean' test result | |
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Posted: 6/29/2012 10:56:13 PM |
Any sexual encounter that is unprotected: 50% chance of catching something
I hadn’t heard a figure quite that high before. If one was always infected on the first exposure, and half the people you had sex with had something, then maybe… | |
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Posted: 6/30/2012 6:20:54 PM | | lol..I don't care how much I like her if she has anything she can give me that I can carry for life then I'll move on to a STD free women. Sorry, that's nasty as hell. | |
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Posted: 6/30/2012 6:27:52 PM |
I hadn’t heard a figure quite that high before. If one was always infected on the first exposure, and half the people you had sex with had something, then maybe
My physician told me this when I had my last exam. I was surprised too | |
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Posted: 7/1/2012 12:06:21 PM |
More facts
Any sexual encounter that is unprotected: 50% chance of catching something
1 in 2 Americans will have contracted an STD by the time they reach the age of 25
65 million people living in the US have an STD
There are at least 19 million new STD cases each year
2/3 of all STD’s occur in people 25 yrs of age or younger
1 in 4 new STD cases occur in teenagers
1 in 4 Americans have genital herpes, 80% of those with herpes are unaware they have it
at least 1 in 4 Americans will contract an STD at some point in their lives
an HPV test for men DOES NOT EXIST therefore no man can say he has a 'clean' test result
This is kind of a false equation, though. While it is easily possible to get an STD from someone if you're sexually active, the majority are easily curable. The stats being bumped up by stuff like the clap, which can be completely cured in one dosage of antibiotics, is basically a scare tactic. The incurable ones are much worse issues, and are a great deal lower stat.
The big deal about herpes is really that people make it a big deal. You get it, your sex life is stunted a great deal, unless you just don't tell people about it. it's lose/lose. | |
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Posted: 7/4/2012 7:15:04 PM | | In this day and age, why wouldn't you ask a potential partner when they were last tested for stds? | |
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Posted: 7/4/2012 11:23:09 PM |
In this day and age, why wouldn't you ask a potential partner when they were last tested for stds?
Maybe because they would be asked the same question? See no evil, hear no evil, don't ask don't tell. | |
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Posted: 7/5/2012 6:23:45 PM | | Oh honey, I am happy to supply that CLEAN slate! | |
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Posted: 7/5/2012 7:07:21 PM | Oh I'm sorry:
"Blisters
One or several small fluid filled lesions, tiny red bumps, or rash may form and can resemble small fissures, especially near the anus.
Ulcers
When the skin breaks on the blisters, small, round, wet looking, ulcers leaking clear to milky colored fluid can be seen
Crust
The sores begin to dry, scab, and crust over beginning the healing process. The virus may possibly still be present until the ulcer has completely healed, and the scab falls off. "
When Blisters, Ulcers and CRUST (dry heave) come in to play as well??? HELL no! | |
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Posted: 7/5/2012 10:16:28 PM | | ^^^what were you tested for and when was the testing done? | |
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Posted: 7/6/2012 8:54:31 AM |
In this day and age, why wouldn't you ask a potential partner when they were last tested for stds?
Just asking doesn't always get a truthful answer...
A smart person would want to see the results... and even then, the results are useless if the person has had sex with someone within 3 months before having the test done, (ideally 6) or has had sex since the test was done...
Then too, a couple of minutes work with a scanner, printer, and photoshop, and last years clean test could look like it was done last week...
Go with them to get the results... | |
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Posted: 7/9/2012 11:19:38 PM | | My girl friend has it she is stunning there are dating site for people that have it and he is just as hot as she so there is hope for your friend | |
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Posted: 7/10/2012 8:31:34 PM | | before the 2nd date a girl advised she had herpes. i didntee her again. but boy oh boy that first date was the best sexual night of my life without even having real sex. she did rub her **** all over my****though but fortunatly i didnt get any disease. she swallowed too with enthusiasm | |
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Posted: 7/10/2012 11:40:34 PM | ummmm.... METS... you know it is a skin disease and rubbing her whowho on your manhood puts you at risk.... and if it was oral herpes her mouth on your manhood put you at risk....
go get yourself a blood test.... no symptoms doesn't mean no disease.... | |
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Posted: 8/9/2012 8:02:35 PM | | Yep, get a HSV1 and HSV2 IgG and IgM Western Blot blood serum test is you want it to be accurate. It is the best blood test available at this time. | |
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Posted: 3/5/2013 8:47:26 PM | You suck. Way to be mature and compassionate.
Probably why you are still single and on POF.
Get a heart. | |
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Posted: 3/5/2013 11:24:50 PM | | i think i know more people with herpes than without . Sad but true. It's so common that I wonder why anyone would take precautions since everyone has it.. The virus is controllable with medication. I worked in a pharmacy and can tell you that the HOT bods that came in were the one's that got the zovirax for herpes. THe most attractive hotties were the ones you'd die for and they were the carriers . So just pick people who are plain and not the MOST physically desirable to play it safe. | |
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Posted: 3/5/2013 11:30:19 PM | | i admire the woman for being up front and honest. It took great courage for her to share that with you. I think most would not divulge especially regarding casual flings. Its scary but the next one may give you something much worse. I think most don't discuss it especially in the heat of passion. So how does one know?? the STD tests don't indicate if you have herpes unless there's an active outbreak. If that''s the case the person won't want to have sex because its so painful , not enjoyable so u can be assured that you won't contract it with afflicted person in the contagious stage. THat should ease your mind and not put damper on being physically connected. | |
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Posted: 4/24/2013 8:59:31 PM | | the tests are for antibodies in your blood, not an active sore. | |
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