IdreamofHIME
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Not until they find a cure.
I said to use protection. I'm pretty sure condoms would be sufficient to avoid the contagion. But if no, that's something to reconsider of course.
Condoms do not protect you from that.
What's up with all the necros.
Practice safe sex and do it. A lot of people in this thread don't seem to know much about herpes.
Herpes genitalis (or genital herpes) is a genital infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). A 1998 study indicated it was the most common sexually transmitted infection by the number of cases. Most individuals carrying herpes are unaware they have been infected and many will never suffer an outbreak, which involves blisters similar to cold sores. While there is no cure for herpes, over time symptoms are increasingly mild and outbreaks are decreasingly frequent. HSV has been classified into two distinct categories, HSV-1 and HSV-2. Although genital herpes was previously caused primarily by HSV-2, genital HSV-1 infections are increasing and now cause up to 80% of infections.
When symptomatic, the typical manifestation of a primary HSV-1 or HSV-2 genital infection is clusters of genital sores consisting of inflamed papules and vesicles on the outer surface of the genitals, resembling cold sores. These usually appear 4–7 days after sexual exposure to HSV for the first time. Genital HSV-1 infection recurs at rate of about one sixth of that of genital HSV-2.
After approximately 80% of first episodes of herpes genitalis caused by HSV-2, there will be at least one recurrence, while the recurrence rate for herpes genitalis caused by HSV-1 is approximately 50%. Herpes genitalis caused by HSV-2 recurs on average four to six times per year, while that of HSV-1 infection occurs only about once per year. People with recurrent genital herpes may be treated with suppressive therapy, which consists of daily antiviral treatment using acyclovir, valacyclovir or famciclovir. Suppressive therapy may be useful in those who have at least four recurrences per year but the quality of the evidence is poor. People with lower rates of recurrence will probably also have fewer recurrences with suppressive therapy. Suppressive therapy should be discontinued after a maximum of one year to reassess recurrence frequency.
About 16 percent of Americans between the ages of 14 and 49 are infected with genital herpes, making it one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. More than 80% of those infected are unaware of their infection. Annually, 776,000 people in the United States get new herpes infections.
Tests for herpes are not routinely included among STD screenings. Performers in the pornography industry are screened for HIV, chlamydia, and gonorrhea with an optional panel of tests for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and syphilis, but not herpes. Testing for herpes is controversial since the results are not always accurate or helpful. Most sex workers and performers will contract herpes at some point in their careers whether they use protection or not.
Early 20th century public health legislation in the United Kingdom required compulsory treatment for sexually transmitted diseases but did not include herpes because it was not serious enough. As late as 1975, nursing textbooks did not include herpes as it was considered no worse than a common cold. After the development of acyclovir in the 1970s, the drug company Burroughs Wellcome launched an extensive marketing campaign that publicized the illness, including creating victim's support groups.
It amuses me that the people saying hell no to having sex with a girl that has herpes has a high chance of having herpes themselves and not knowing it,unless they are virgins.
Fuck no. If she got an STD, she likely got it from sleeping around. Don't ruin your life and put one girl on a pedestal, the fact you are already thinking about your next partners says it all.
Sorry for the bump, but I just had this very situation come up with me.
We have been dating for about a month, and she disclosed to me that her ex gave her HSV-2 after cheating on her with one of his ex's. She gave me a Planned Parenthood booklet on herpes. She was so scared and embarrassed telling me. She said that her parents don't even know about her STD. I give her huge respect points for telling me this before we start becoming sexually active with each other. She said she completely understood if I wanted to breakup right then, and would rather it end now than get too attached and have the breakup hurt even more later.
I'm honestly shocked by the amount of fear in this topic. Yea, STDs are no fun, but the statistics and medical recommendations don't make HSV sound too terrible. I get the impression that this is a situation where the realty isn't as bad has the public perception. People in the field know the facts and aren't overly concerned, but people not in the know are irrationally scared.
I'm reading up on the virus and seeking opinions, but I don't see this being a deal breaker. I think I will suggest that we go see a doctor together to discuss our options and maybe both get screened. She will be my 4th sexual partner, and as far as I know, I do not have herpes, but like others have said, I may very well have it too but I'm just unaware of it.
Nope. I got a wart from a chick once and had to freeze that sucker off. One scare is enough.