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Herpes and Relationships
Many people who discover they have genital herpes feel as if their love lives are over - and
this is just not so! Herpes is just something people *have* - it’s not who they *are* as people. As we’ve
mentioned elsewhere, the stigma associated with Oral Herpes is nowhere near that of Genital Herpes,
and yet the symptoms are the same - it’s basically a difference in location only! Statistics show that
between 50 and 80% of adults have Oral Herpes (aka "cold sores" or "fever blisters"), and we don't see
them giving up on relationships! Genital Herpes is not the end of love, sex, or the world!
Relationships are essential to people - we all enjoy the connection we feel with others, especially a
romantic partner. It’s a need we all have. Relationships can bring us our greatest joys in life. And having
a virus does not eliminate this need, nor should it eliminate this important element from our lives.
If you're in a relationship, you'll be working on this together. Communication is essential. Openness and
honesty are the key to keeping any relationship healthy and happy. When one partner has Herpes, it's
important that the partners work together. If the partner with Herpes is aware of their prodrome signs,
and if they use barrier protection, there is a better chance that the uninfected partner will remain that
way.
If you're not in a committed relationship, or just recently broken up, you'll be working on this yourself, and
it becomes even more important to surround yourself with others who support and care for you. Once
you’ve come to terms with the infection and learned to manage both the physical and the emotional
aspects, you may be thinking about getting back into a relationship, if you’re not already in one. This can
be a tricky and vulnerable time, as you open your heart to another person and face the inevitable
“conversation” about HSV. This is a time to be true to who you are, continue to maintain your self-esteem
through personal development, and stay on track with your health and energy practices. Remember that
Love is not determined by a virus that someone has! There are many thousands of people and couples
who've dealt with this situation successfully.
Please read some of the HFiles Relationship Success Stories to see how others have tackled
this situation.
Getting Back to Dating
There are many options to meet new people. There are local social groups, church groups, meetup
groups, singles parties, interest clubs, even reconnecting with old friends on facebook.
A great way to get back in the swing of things is to try Online Dating. Internet Dating has become
a part of everyday life for many people - and thousands of happy successful couples have met online.
There are even sites specifically designed for people with Herpes. Go to HerpeSite's Dating Page for
information, tips, and links to dating sites.
Many people who discover they have genital herpes feel as if their love lives are over - and
this is just not so! Herpes is just something people *have* - it’s not who they *are* as people. As we’ve
mentioned elsewhere, the stigma associated with Oral Herpes is nowhere near that of Genital Herpes,
and yet the symptoms are the same - it’s basically a difference in location only! Statistics show that
between 50 and 80% of adults have Oral Herpes (aka "cold sores" or "fever blisters"), and we don't see
them giving up on relationships! Genital Herpes is not the end of love, sex, or the world!
Relationships are essential to people - we all enjoy the connection we feel with others, especially a
romantic partner. It’s a need we all have. Relationships can bring us our greatest joys in life. And having
a virus does not eliminate this need, nor should it eliminate this important element from our lives.
If you're in a relationship, you'll be working on this together. Communication is essential. Openness and
honesty are the key to keeping any relationship healthy and happy. When one partner has Herpes, it's
important that the partners work together. If the partner with Herpes is aware of their prodrome signs,
and if they use barrier protection, there is a better chance that the uninfected partner will remain that
way.
If you're not in a committed relationship, or just recently broken up, you'll be working on this yourself, and
it becomes even more important to surround yourself with others who support and care for you. Once
you’ve come to terms with the infection and learned to manage both the physical and the emotional
aspects, you may be thinking about getting back into a relationship, if you’re not already in one. This can
be a tricky and vulnerable time, as you open your heart to another person and face the inevitable
“conversation” about HSV. This is a time to be true to who you are, continue to maintain your self-esteem
through personal development, and stay on track with your health and energy practices. Remember that
Love is not determined by a virus that someone has! There are many thousands of people and couples
who've dealt with this situation successfully.
Please read some of the HFiles Relationship Success Stories to see how others have tackled
this situation.
Getting Back to Dating
There are many options to meet new people. There are local social groups, church groups, meetup
groups, singles parties, interest clubs, even reconnecting with old friends on facebook.
A great way to get back in the swing of things is to try Online Dating. Internet Dating has become
a part of everyday life for many people - and thousands of happy successful couples have met online.
There are even sites specifically designed for people with Herpes. Go to HerpeSite's Dating Page for
information, tips, and links to dating sites.
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