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Herpes - An Emotional Rollercoaster?
Is having herpes the ‘end of the world’?
No, definitely not! A person with herpes can live a normal, happy and healthy life just like anyone else.
Don't make a mountain out of a mole hill...
The more emotionally charged an issue the more important it is to find out the facts. Genital herpes is a very common condition and effective treatment is available. Generally, herpes is not life-threatening and has no long term repercussions on a person’s general physical health.
You can still have children, be involved in a loving and sexually fulfilling relationship, live a long and gracious life and dance the funky chicken (if you want to). Do not let mental judgements of herpes stand in your way!
If you are finding this hard to get your head around, talk to our Herpes Support chat buddies to gain a clearer, more positive perspective.
You are never alone!
If you have herpes (whether genital, oral or other) you are not alone. Chances are that many of your friends, family members, colleagues and potential partners also have herpes.
In fact in the United States up to one in every 5 people is infected with genital herpes, whether they know it or not. Herpes statistics are even higher for cold sores (oral herpes) with estimates that as high as 80% of the population is infected.
This means that statistically in the US, out of every twenty people that you associate with four of these friends are infected with genital herpes and a staggering sixteen out of the group have been exposed to cold sores.
Never feel like you are carrying this burden alone. You are not, and there is always support here if you need it.
You can find a local H meet-up group in your area via the Herpes Support Groups list, or go online to our Herpes Message Board for help right now from experienced and friendly people. We are here to listen and understand how you might be feeling.
Should I talk about it?
Yes, talking about how you feel can make a world of difference. Support groups, online discussions, chat rooms and counselors are available if you need to talk privately.
With support groups and online herpes help sites you can communicate about how you are feeling with people who are going through similar circumstances or who have been there before.
If you are lost, or need support or information right now, then go to the Herpes Discussion Forum section of our website. Here you will find a large resource of information, online herpes discussions and contact details for herpes support groups across the world.
Where to Now?
- How to Tell a Partner
- Herpes Prevention Tips
- Positive Thinking
- Recommended Books
 Ask questions and get support right now in the Herpes Support Forum
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