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Top 10 Things Nobody Told You About Herpes
With daily antivirals, barrier protection, avoiding play during outbreaks, and honest communication, transmission risk can drop by over 95%. And over time, most people’s outbreaks become rare… or even disappear entirely.
So yes, you can still flirt, play, and build beautiful connections.
HSV doesn’t mean your love life, play life, or confidence is over. It just means you’ll move through them with more awareness.
And, since a huge portion of the population already carries HSV, many of your potential partners may already have the same type… so you can play with them without risk of transmission (though protection is still important for other infections).
HSV is a nuisance infection, not a dangerous one. It doesn’t cause cancer or long-term harm; it’s just an inconvenience with an undeserved stigma.
Being open, honest, and responsible is hot. Tell partners you’re positive so they can make informed choices. Take the opportunity to educate them about the real risks.
With proper precautions, 96 out of 100 play sessions won’t result in transmission.
When you lead with honesty, you’re not just protecting others — you’re helping destigmatize the entire community. And we all love that!
And speaking of community, join us on SDC!
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