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Herpes Testing: A Journey through Time
In today's world, advancements in medical technology have made herpes testing a routine and accessible procedure. However, the journey to reach this point has been marked by significant milestones and breakthroughs. Join us as we embark on a historical exploration of herpes testing, tracing its origins and the remarkable progress made over the years.
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Ancient Beliefs and Observations: In ancient times, the understanding of herpes was shrouded in mystery and superstition. Historical texts and…
The Urgent Need for Comprehensive Sexual Education: Combating the Rise of STIs
Why Education and Prevention Should Be Prioritized Over Antibiotics for STI Control
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are becoming increasingly common in the United States and other countries, a concerning trend acknowledged by healthcare professionals. As a urologist, I have observed a rise in patients seeking treatment for STIs. Recently, while browsing through Twitter, I stumbled upon a USA TODAY news article that referenced a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The …
The Secret Society: An Online Support Group for Herpes Community
Finding out you have herpes can be a difficult and isolating experience. When Alexandra, the founder of The Secret Society was first diagnosed, she felt alone and without support. That's why she created The Secret Society, an online support group for people living with herpes.
The Secret Society is a place where people from all over the world come together to find support, make friends, and talk about their herpes journey. It's a safe space where people can be open and honest without fe…
What to Do If You Were Just Diagnosed with Genital Herpes
Asymptomatic and Living with Herpes
Is Herpes Always Genital or Oral?
You Have Herpes Questions, the Top FAQ's Answered - Oh Sh*T Anniversary Pt.4
What You Need to Know about Herpes in 2022 - Oh Sh*T Anniversary Pt.2
If I Were Diagnosed with Herpes Today: 3 Things I Would Do Differently
I was diagnosed with herpes in 2011. That doesn’t sound like it was too long ago and that we haven't had to many changes but really, when you think about it we’ve had a ton of technological changes. Let me take you back to 2011. There was google, but it wasn’t what it is today. There was Facebook and Instagram, but neither had the impact that they have today. So what I’m trying to say is that there wasn’t the information out there that there is now. When I googled herpes, or who had herpes bac…
How to Deal with Your First Herpes Outbreak
If you’ve just gotten herpes and you are in a ton of pain physically and emotionally, I know what you are going through.
Sometimes when I look back I think it’s the physical pain that is the most. And then there are other times I think, no, it’s the emotional pain. Regardless they are both there and you are probably feeling something that you have never felt before.
First of all, I want you to take a deep breath and know that everything is going to be okay. I know it doesn’t feel that way …