Is it GENITAL HERPES?

Question

for about a year now, i have got itchy rashes near my vagina when i am on my period. i always thought it was just an allergic reaction to the pads or something... until on my most recent period, i got three very painful bumps near my butthole. it was filled with pus so i popped them but the next day, it just got bigger and then the day after that, it got more swollen and painful and bigger. and then, about a minute ago, i just got a HUGE cut on my vagina and i dunno where it came from?!? does this sound like genital herpes? because i have NO idea how i could have got it since i have only had one sexual partner and i am his only one and first too. could somebody who is a professional or has had a personal experience, tell me what this could possibly be? i am SO SCARED and WORRIED. i cannot tell my parents because i am only a 19 year old college student and they will probably disown me. PLEASE HELP ME!

Answer 1

I would go immediately to a Dr. I am not a expert but you are showing signs of some sort of infection. You should be able to go to Planned Parenthood for help without your parents involvement. You are 19 and at some point are going to have to keep your personal business private.

Now if you do have genital herpes, you do need to find the source of the infection. If you have had only one sexual partner, perhaps he is having sex with other people.

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Answer 4

Genital herpes, also commonly called "herpes," is a viral infection by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) that is transmitted through intimate contact with the mucous-covered linings of the mouth or the vagina or the genital skin. The virus enters the linings or skin through microscopic tears. Once inside, the virus travels to the nerve roots near the spinal cord and settles there permanently. When an infected person has a herpes outbreak, the virus travels down the nerve fibers to the site of the original infection. When it reaches the skin, the typical redness and blisters occur. After the initial outbreak, subsequent outbreaks tend to be sporadic. They may occur weekly or even years apart. Two types of herpes viruses are associated with genital lesions: herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus-2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 more often causes blisters of the mouth area while HSV-2 more often causes genital sores or lesions in the area around the anus. The outbreak of herpes is closely related to the functioning of the immune system. Women who have suppressed immune systems, because of stress, infection, or medications, have more frequent and longer-lasting outbreaks. It is estimated that as many as 50 million persons in the United States are infected with genital HSV. Genital herpes is spread only by direct person-to-person contact. It is believed that 60% of sexually active adults carry the herpes virus. Part of the reason for the continued high infection rate is that most women infected with the herpes virus do not know that they are infected because they have few or no symptoms. In many women, there are "atypical" outbreaks where the only symptom may be mild itching or minimal discomfort. Moreover, the longer the woman has had the virus, the fewer the symptoms they have with their outbreaks. Finally, the virus can shed from the cervix into the vagina in women who are not experiencing any symptoms. Women may be more susceptible to genital herpes infections because: •The genital area has a greater surface area of cells moist with body fluids (mucosal cells) than men. •Hormone changes during a woman’s menstrual cycle may affect the immune system, making it easier for the herpes simplex virus to cause an infection.

Answer 5

From the way you describe it, it is hard to say. Usually herpes shows up as a blister (almost like a fever blister only down there). It will itch like crazy and be extremely painful..and depending on where exactly it is located, it might be mistaken for a small cut. It doesn't matter if you've only had one partner...guys cheat! You really need to go to the doctor if you have any doubts. It is easier for the doctor to determine if it is herpes if they check you while you're broke out, so before it goes away SEE THE DOCTOR! If you're scared to tell your parents, then don't. I've had it for 4 years (since i was 19) and my husband is the only person who knows. If you don't have a regular doctor you can see, then go to your local health department. if you need to talk email me at [e-mail] and use "Herpes" for the subject so i will know who you are. GOOD LUCK!

Answer 6

I agree with everyone else, I think you should definatly go get seen...I am also awaiting herpes results, tho my symptoms seem to have been a lot more mild as far as pus I am still very nervous, so I know what you are feeling right now! Believe me! Go get seen! Thats the only way you are gonna kno for sure...but it sounds a lot like what I have read about herpes so it is a possibility and that is enough reason to be seen asap!!! Good Luck!

Answer 7

well honestly it does sound like herpes but Im not a Dr so being as your ARE an adult you can go to a Dr w/out perental permission & get it checked out ASAP!!! DO NOT pop any more of the sores as if they are herpes this will just spread them also do not have sex untill you get this taken care of!! also does your partner by any chance get cold sores?? Im asking becasuse you say you have been his only sexual partner & IF this is true & he gets cold sore s& has ever gone down on you w a cold sore then it could very well be genital herpes as cold sores area strain of herpes & are VERY contagious!!! GET TESTED!!! that is for sure the best advice out there! and if fin dit is herpes you know for positive hes a LIAR!!! BEST OF LUCK! I hope your tests come back negative!!

Answer 8

GO TO THE DOCTOR!! THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON TOO LONG AND I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU ARE GAMBLING WITH YOUR HEALTH!! Secondly, never believe a guy is a virgin. Guys lie to get what they want. Your guy probably has had experience with other women and contracted something and didn't know it. Always ask your guy to get tested before having sex with him and ALWAYS USE A CONDOM!! There are diseases that are becoming more advanced and can overcome a condom. You need to go to the doctor and you are old enough to visit the doctor w/o your parents knowing. Go to a Planned Parenthood Clinic. this has to be dealt with. Go, go go. And your parents would probably rather have you talk to them so they can help you rather than have something happen to you. Parents are more understanding than we give them credit for. you have gotten yourself into a situation that you can't deal with; which means you aren't old enough to be having sex in the first place. become more mature before involving yourself in such an adult activity with adult problems.

Answer 9

I agree too with everyone else about going to see the doctor about this and also if you and your boyfriend have oral sex with each other and he performed oral sex on you and he has Herpes type 1 which is usually cold sores on the mouth, he can transmit that to you vaginally. Cold sores are very common and almost 80% of Americans have them. Herpes type 1 can be transmitted to the gentials. Talk to your doctor.

Answer 10

Could be. If you are 19 and in college, go to college medical center and be checked or go to your doctor. You don't need to tell your parents anything unless you want to. They can't diagnose it. As for your bf never having sex with anyone else, that's a line as old as herpes.