STD Relationships & Dating:

While official studies indicate that 1 in 4 sexually active people have herpes and even more have HPV, it’s my own personal opinion that the numbers are even higher yet. But that’s just a personal opinion based off my own experiences of telling a potential partner I have herpes.

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with herpes or hpv – it’s important that you realize that life doesn’t end here. I like to think of it as the pool getting smaller and the choices growing narrower, but certainly, life is by far, not over.

Since being diagnosed nearly a decade ago, I have dated and had intimate relations with both those who have herpes and those who don’t. In every single case, I told well in advance of having intimate relations with them.

Many cities around the world have herpes social and support groups that you may choose to join to meet others who are in the same situation.  Some of these groups are very active with monthly get-togethers and are a great place to make friends and with the occasional stroke of good fortune, you may find someone special to date.   There are also several online dating services for people with herpes and other STDs. If you are dating people who do not have herpes, you should always tell them of your status. It’s only fair that you offer them the “choice” that you were likely not given. There are several ways to reduce the risk of transmitting an STD to your partner(s)- be sure you are well informed on those preventative measures.   The more you know, the more confident you will be about the choices you make.  For more information about herpes transmission, diagnosis and treatment options, be sure to explore the information and articles we have compiled for you.

If you would like to try your luck with an online dating site for people with herpes, hpv or another STD, we highly recommend Positive Singles. They are by far the largest online social and dating community for people with an STD.