Wow. This is a hot button topic for me. Let me share what I know and feel the best way I can.
The fact that many doctors don't like to test for HSV because it is so common gets my hackles up. If more people knew their status, less people would be concerned about it. Seems like an easy way to lessen the stigma on those few people who do get symptoms, and therefore know their status.
When someone who doesn't know their own status gets all uppity about disclosure requirements for other people who do have HSV-1 or HSV-2 I get snarky.
I do NOT like how this issue makes people who have HSV-1 or HSV-2 feel. It pisses me off.
One of the ways I've delt with this is having a rule at some of my parties that states "If you want to know a partner's STI status, you need to ask them." I'd love feedback on this.
I know my status for HSV-1 and HSV-2 based upon HerpesSelect tests. Want to mash genitals with me? We will be discussing both of our testings results.
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The fact that many doctors don't like to test for HSV because it is so common gets my hackles up. If more people knew their status, less people would be concerned about it. Seems like an easy way to lessen the stigma on those few people who do get symptoms, and therefore know their status.
When someone who doesn't know their own status gets all uppity about disclosure requirements for other people who do have HSV-1 or HSV-2 I get snarky.
I do NOT like how this issue makes people who have HSV-1 or HSV-2 feel. It pisses me off.
One of the ways I've delt with this is having a rule at some of my parties that states "If you want to know a partner's STI status, you need to ask them." I'd love feedback on this.
I know my status for HSV-1 and HSV-2 based upon HerpesSelect tests. Want to mash genitals with me? We will be discussing both of our testings results.