Why Herpes Isn’t That Bad

Why Herpes Isn’t That Bad

It can be difficult for people to talk about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This makes sense because these infections are often acquired during someone’s most intimate moments. Nobody wants to talk about unfortunate complications that might have developed during sexual activity. Because of this, there is a tremendous stigma that has developed surrounding STIs. Many […]

Busting Myths About Living with Herpes

Busting Myths About Living with Herpes

Contracting an incurable STD can be a burden, and it may seem like it’s the end of your sex life. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Despite the stigma, herpes simplex virus (also known as HSV-1 and HSV-2) is more common than you might think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and […]

The Correlation of Suicide and Herpes

The Correlation of Suicide and Herpes

According to a recent report about suicides in America, the suicide rates that include both sexes and all racial and ethnic groups have increased. This disturbing report, issued by federal health officials from the CDC, shows that since 1999, the suicide rates within America have increased by 30 percent. This increase has also touched the […]

Being Positive With Herpes

Being Positive With Herpes

Being diagnosed with genital herpes or any other type of herpes is a lot to take in and understand. You may wonder how your life will change now that you have this STD because there is no cure. However, there is more than one herpes treatment that has proven to be effective with controlling this […]

Living with Genital Herpes

Living with Genital Herpes

Your first sign may have been pain or itching “down there”. Or maybe you first notice small red bumps or tiny white blisters on your genitals. Whether it happens days after infection or two weeks later, realizing you have genital herpes is never easy. But what is it really like to have Herpes Simplex Virus […]