How I Got Herpes

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How I Got Herpes

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Life With Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka

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In this video, Alexandra Harbushka from Life With Herpes opens up to the world about her herpes diagnosis. It's her side of the story and it's in her words. It's raw, shocking and jaw-dropping.
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About this video:
If you've just been diagnosed with herpes than this is a video you want to watch. It doesn't matter if it's oral herpes or genital herpes. Your diagnosis will always be a shock but your life doesn't have to be. Listen and watch Alexandra tell her story.
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@intention.adventure 6 жыл бұрын

When I found out that I had HSV2, it took a while, but eventually I took it as this message saying, "You cannot afford to give yourself to men who do not truly care for you, so now you can only let in the ones who would truly love you, even in the face of risk." And that message was specific to me and what I was going through and choosing and wanting to learn for myself at the time. But that is how I transmuted the situation. Big blessings to you, Love.

@pelco4258 6 жыл бұрын

The Intention Adventure that’s an amazing way to think of it. Love only those who’ll love you 🖤

@intention.adventure 6 жыл бұрын

thank you and blessings to ya. To take it even further, it was ultimately a lesson in self-love... I have to value myself enough to really value what I'm taking into my being, because that's what I'm choosing to become me.

@PermanentHigh 5 жыл бұрын

So the problem is men not loving you, and not the fact that you are carrying a fucking disease? So it's THEIR fault they dont want to deal with herpes?

@lifewithherpes 5 жыл бұрын

The Intention Adventure soooooo soooooo true

@thephilosopher5799 5 жыл бұрын

Why not use condoms? To go through depression or feeling insecure should motivate you to do something better with yourself not sleep with random men. The guilt after you have sleeping with random men is not worth it but I'm glad your bettering yourself.

@zoeykillah 5 жыл бұрын

Ive been crying in bed for the past hour, thank you for posting this.

@carinavasquez7458 5 жыл бұрын

Zoey Martinez how are you doing ?

@LisethPerez 5 жыл бұрын

Zoey Martinez I hope you’re doing well ☹️

@braddocke.hutton7392 5 жыл бұрын

I called in sick to work today for the first time in 20 years. I haven't slept in two nights. I'm beside myself now. Dating is already so hard for me with my anxiety and now I'm extremely discouraged. I removed my dating profile and am now contemplating just giving up, or a lot worse than that.

@LisethPerez 5 жыл бұрын

Braddock E. Hutton honestly it’s nothing bad herpes is just a thing that makes cells create faster and just forms bumps think of it as annoying pimples ! Don’t get discouraged okay 👌

@LisethPerez 5 жыл бұрын

Braddock E. Hutton if you want to talk I’m here don’t think of doing anything dumb okay

@calvinferguson311 6 жыл бұрын

You have a lot of character. Most people hide and have sex without telling people that they do have it. You are very honorable and full of character

@daMillenialTrucker 2 жыл бұрын

That's what happened to me lmao

@kidacross3344 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like he probably knew he had it based on his response. A lot of toxic and dishonest people respond in that way.

@zackperron6090 3 жыл бұрын

TO ANYONE WHO READS THIS, DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON ANY OF THESE SCAMMERS PLANTS WON'T GET RID OF HERPES.

@jasminesan1223 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this , I've been crying all day.

@danyellg3079 3 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain.💔

@jasDhj1 Жыл бұрын

How are you doing now? 😔

@lisbethsantos69 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve recently found out that the man I’m falling in love with has birth acquired herpes and these videos are so helpful to me , I was scared and almost ghosted him , but I think we’re gonna be in this for the long haul and you’re videos have really helped me ease my fears , thank you for spreading the awareness miss Alexandra

@lifewithherpes 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@micaj4437 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@zoeym.4262 2 жыл бұрын

girl if you need someone to talk, you can talk to me !

@daMillenialTrucker 2 жыл бұрын

Girl he got that shit from Samantha V. Don't let that man lie to you, because I got shit from Samantha too, that man lying like a fuh and yes I know who y'all are 😂

@JayJay-dy2yb Жыл бұрын

You still in it for the long haul?

@tiaramangum741 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your channel. I still cry even two years later from finding out

@jimkelly2829 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for telling your story. I truly believe you are a blessing to so many people by allowing them to relate to your pain and the fact that you found somebody that loves you regardless of this infection. You're truly an inspiration. Be blessed

@lindzm8032 6 жыл бұрын

This helped me so much, thank you so much. I do feel like i'll never be loved, but this makes me have hope

@lovelifex0100 5 жыл бұрын

Lindz M same i just found out and i feel like my life is changed forever for the worse, it sucks

@TheSantos173 4 жыл бұрын

TheDanfromdallas the problem is, the partner you’re with might not even tell you and then wait for you to get it and turn right around and accuse you. :(

@marysavage1005 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you're making these videos and spreading awareness. This is awesome.

@kaylenecrane3610 4 жыл бұрын

I found out last Monday, it’s been a week today, I’m still shocked. I got it from someone I knew for a few years.

@rainbowteddiebear 4 жыл бұрын

kaylene crane I must have found out the same day you did, I found out two weeks ago on a Monday September 16th. I’m pretty confident I got it from my ex boyfriend of 4 years. We broke up that same day.. he never checked up on me to see if I was okay and that was that.

@lindsey6794 4 жыл бұрын

I found out in august. My husband had a cold sore, I feel really stupid about how I got it but hes been very understanding. I was crying thinking that he was for sure divorce. me

@Kacia123 4 жыл бұрын

@@fredleah8767 really wow god is good how that works

@zackperron6090 3 жыл бұрын

Dont waste your money on these scams

@6743aman 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 🔥🔥

@sisterinchrist4698 6 жыл бұрын

Omg ur such a brave person. You have such a good attitude and I'm so inspired by ur words. For being honest and true about your story .

@mcpuffenstuff6213 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to all of you who tell your potential partner about this before anything happens. I don't have it but as we get older things like that don't seem matter as much. We all just want to be with somebody who is on our same level and it becomes so rare that when you find that person, hopefully neither of you ever lets go. Good luck everybody

@haileymorris174 3 жыл бұрын

Im currently waiting for my results and these videos are helping me, but it is still scary and so sad and im not even sure yet. Your very brave to do this for people like me and I thank you

@larrygalvez2856 Жыл бұрын

What were your results, if you don’t mind me asking?

@vickieturner1249 11 ай бұрын

Amen. DITTO. LAST MONTH got my diagnosis. I appreciate you sharing your story. I am 68 yrs old. Never thought I would be ever at my age to get any STD. I was in major shock. I am still dealing with my person after diagnosis. I did research and found out many older people have STDs. Some know, and most don't have a clue. It is your immune health, which determines breakouts. My past, with an auto immune disease 😪. My partner has an excellent immune system. I have accepted my responsibility with herpes. We are committed to learn and grow. Best wishes ❤️ take care of yourself.

@PS-xb9hc 2 жыл бұрын

There's so much ignorance about this topic and males always think they have nothing. Thank u for sharing your story.🙏 and so happy you got blessed with true love❤

@zaltanameyer1322 4 жыл бұрын

You're a brave person. Don't listen to the people who stigmatize. You're beautiful the way you are. Having herpes doesn't reflect on you.

@mjindraify 3 жыл бұрын

Your a good girl and a brave girl! And now your an Earth Angel helping thousands. Abundant blessings be with you!

@danielaguirre2519 Жыл бұрын

Its been couple weeks since my diagnosis, got the call from my doc while i was driving , had to pull over and take it in. When i first started feeling symptoms i was worried and i panicked when i went to urgent care to get looked at … spent all weekend torturing myself with thoughts.. just trying to accept the fact i will have this for the rest of my life .. thx for this video it has given me hope for a brighter day.

@aznara0 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this, you are so strong for sharing your story. I know saying this sounds like it's supporting the fact that it's stigmatized. I'm just thankful you're helping fight the stigma. Sending you lots of love!

@BS-tw5yf 2 жыл бұрын

I started to date a long time friend and I trusted her and we kissed, 2 weeks later I have this horrible cold sore. She didn't bother to tell me that she had that . I didn't want to hide my first ever cold sore, and have avoided most women throughout my life out of phobia of catching herpes, but nyc will constantly point you out and make audible comments like ew gross he hass herpes... And it goes on all day long to the point where it drives you to want to jump in front of a train. Now I tried to hide it and of course all the same people that were commenting the first day are now commenting about how you were trying to hide it. People have absolutely no compassion. People don't realize that the person that was so unlucky to receive it already has to deal with the mental torture of an already limited dating pool being shrunken down into a microscopic pinpoint and knowing that they have to spend the rest of their lives being shamed publicly all day every time a cold sore appears, so next time you see someone that has a cold sore just shut up and leave them alone. Just keep your mouth shut and leave them be or you may be the reason why they end their life.

@Darianka7565 Жыл бұрын

Hi.I have a question. So if the person has non visible cold sore, you can still get it? Is that what happened to you? Sorry, my English is not perfect. I mean I have a girlfriend, she lives in other country, we haven't seen each other in person but she has herpes. I just have many doubts.

@curiadewberry2159 3 жыл бұрын

you are so strong 🥺 and you’re beautiful inside and out! this is your story, your testimony that shines a light on others. be blessed and embrace you!💕🙏🏾

@lifewithherpes 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@vantravelingwithlaydeemae5167 5 жыл бұрын

My baby daddy just transmitted HV2 to me and lied and told me that the circle rash that he had on his face was a bee sting 🤦🏽‍♀️ and when I started to get symptoms he acted like he didn’t care and then when I got the results back and told him he said I got it from someone else and not from him and he never tested positive for it and kicked me out of his house

@jessicatobias9371 4 жыл бұрын

Yep sounds about right.

@austinrichards1740 3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry

@Thanos-ce5jh 28 күн бұрын

Bruh

@cassandrafertahi6990 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Ive been in an abusive marriage as im scared no one will love me knowing I have herpes

@esp1825 2 жыл бұрын

Hello

@Lildeesz 4 жыл бұрын

I needed to hear this. I found out today, and your story is super similar to mine. Thank you.

@oliviataylor9679 3 жыл бұрын

I like that you are rewriting your experience to be something good. You’re helping a lot of people. I needed this. Thank you❤️

@canlo5457 5 жыл бұрын

He probably knew he had it but put on a show to pretend like he didnt.

@sabrinatenney 4 жыл бұрын

can lo It’s hard to tell. The large majority of people who have it do not have symptoms.

@CocoChanelle-1 3 жыл бұрын

That crossed my mind. I think he ignored his symptoms.

@Yosoywilo7 8 ай бұрын

After you posting this video 6 years ago, today you continue to help many people with your story. I found out that I contracted herpes when I was 17, today I am 31. I can say that I am having a normal life but I still struggle with my self-esteem. Thank you so much and God bless you Alexandra❤

@lifewithherpes 8 ай бұрын

Hi, please join our group if you're struggling.

@lifewithherpes 8 ай бұрын

www.lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety

@marysavage1005 3 жыл бұрын

Literally cried at the guy that said "I don't have it I don't sleep with dirty people". I literally had a guy basically say the same thing to me. His response was "well that sucks for you I know I don't have it. Sucks you do though"

@pancakes15 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so scared to tell my mom I think I have herpes, I don't want her to find out that iv been sexually assaulted, iv been crying for the past 2 days

@lifewithherpes 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, so sorry to hear that! Please write to us on email, if you want to talk.

@deannablosser1869 3 жыл бұрын

When I first got it 11 years ago I still remember being on my couch for a week naked I was burning inside I hate it

@MsMini-tg2fm 7 жыл бұрын

Telling your story is very brave. It will help a lot of young women in more ways than one. I always knew you would do great things.

@lifewithherpes 7 жыл бұрын

Thank You Shawn! I am doing what I can to get the right information out there. Thank You for your support!!!!

@youssefyoussef2724 5 жыл бұрын

Help a lot of young women . What about young guys . 😝😝 .. girls its easy for them to find partner even what virus they have .. but men noo ... 😝😝 so find a women for me right now

@Wand3ringhippie 3 жыл бұрын

I have been dealing with this since July/august and I have to say I am so glad I have found this channel. I used to think so much negative thoughts when it came to this. My story is almost exactly the same. I want to learn more in order to educate and make my life sssooooo much easier! so thank you!

@larrygalvez2856 Жыл бұрын

How is your journey coming along?

@michelelisa1420 4 ай бұрын

Wow, similar scenario for me. Thank You So So much!! I was infected by a High School sweetheart when I was 36. I am now 56 still not married. But listening to you was like that hug I needed when I got my call from the doctor telling me I have herpes.

@kimkey8594 3 жыл бұрын

I don't have it, but I think the world needs more people like you in it.I think ur a good honest person and brave for coming out telling your sorry and Any MF talks shit to you on here or anywhere is a low life ps

@lilitea-time2460 3 жыл бұрын

Men like him are the reason why we are not giving a choice weather or not to take that risk ourselves and do it safer

@L_L_No_2 5 жыл бұрын

You have absolutely no idea what this means to me to hear this today. You are an angel. 27 year old female who got back into the dating world after recovering from an abusive relationship 7 months ago. It’s so hard to wrap my mind and heart around and to hear your story makes all the difference in the world.

@understandingitall3927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your story Alexandra...you are a good human and let no one tell you different!

@lumity238 5 ай бұрын

I got my herpes from my Dentist, he had a big sore on his bottom lip and he wasn't wearing gloves and i got a sore on my lip a month later , im devastated 😭

@lumity238 5 ай бұрын

And I got HPV when I was raped back in the 70s , I have cervical cancer I just found out ,why me God .😭

@kevinfarias7065 5 жыл бұрын

I have symptoms but I have not been diagnosed yet. But I believe I do have herpes. Thank you so much, I am going through a tough time right now and hearing you makes me feel not alone. Thank you so much, Alexandra.

@TheSantos173 4 жыл бұрын

Kevin Farias my guy, would you like to converse? I just recently came out positive and would like to talk to other ppl that have it

@shaseraebasuil2044 4 жыл бұрын

Randy Flores we can talk about it !

@TheSantos173 4 жыл бұрын

Shaserae Basuil is snap chat or KIK fine?

@serigabe6452 4 жыл бұрын

Get tested you need to know so you can help yourself

@melpumpedyabih 2 жыл бұрын

@@shaseraebasuil2044 can we talk pls

@MrStubbsj 6 жыл бұрын

I have a friend who might have it. She went to the doctor and they gave her conflicting diagnosis. I've been scouring the internet for information on it to help her out and I'm glad I found your Channel. I'll forward her to your channel so she can get more information on it. Thank you for all you do and I hope your Channel grows exponentially

@lashonaM 3 жыл бұрын

Judging by the story he definitely knew and was deflecting it on to you(even If he didnt know he's a jerk and still deflected as if he had an idea).Im glad you stayed strong.

@TESLA-fc6wm 5 ай бұрын

He knew.

@David-jx6sl 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t got it but bless you all were all the same don’t matter if u got a skin condition or not. I’m here for you all!! God bless!!!

@kayligalbraith5554 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I just found out I have herpes and I’m honestly terrified.

@MikeJones-vz1jw 6 жыл бұрын

Kayli Galbraith How you get it

@annettevargas3196 6 жыл бұрын

Stacy Raymond where at ?

@youtubergigi 4 жыл бұрын

I don't want to be alive

@chriskinzey9655 5 жыл бұрын

What a strong, confident women

@ShineYourLightAlways 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your boldness and vulnerability!! I just discovered this channel and it’s been such a blessing!!! No longer allowing the enemy to fill my head with shameful thoughts, I am free in Christ!! I am loved, chosen and worthy!! God bless you! And God bless this channel, it is so needed!! Keep shining your light!! 🙏🏽💛

@linda5ft 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful brave girl. Thank you so much.

@yeahray9907 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I called two counselors / therapist and made appointments. Untouchable just ONE of the emotions.

@jimmysjamin1 6 жыл бұрын

Wow Alexandra what a Beautiful Responsible and Bravely Honest person you are to get on the internet and tell your story to basically the world ! Any man too have you in his life is extremely lucky. I'm so extremely touched by your fourth right personality and your positivity in moving forward in your life, and caring enough to try and help educate people about this virus, and the personal nature of it it, just really gives me the warm and fuzzy chills in the best possible way ! Just knowing your story and knowing you, even though the internet ! God bless you dear and your strength and thank you for taking the time to make this incredible video Your Beautiful wonderful and you matter 🌹

@lifewithherpes 6 жыл бұрын

Jimmys Jamin thanks 🙏 I’m glad you were touched by the message. Thank you for your kind words. Let me know if our community can support you. 💗

@jimmysjamin1 6 жыл бұрын

Life With Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka I was forced to keep a secret by my ex girlfriend many years back, when her younger sister was diagnosed with herpes, and the things my ex said about her own sister made me feel so bad inside, and with the younger sister since she did not confide in me I could not tell her I knew about her situation, and had to act like I didn't know anything about her condition, it was so easy because she is a nice sweet person. I've been out of touch with them since I split with the mean ex. But remain very sympathetic, so glad your in this world you and others who share and educate make a difference too be sure 🌹

@lifewithherpes 6 жыл бұрын

Jimmys Jamin yep keeping secrets can eat us up. And it’s so surprising how people react to herpes, it’s just a skin disease. Thanks for your support! 💜

@kaybeejelly461 3 жыл бұрын

I got herpes from a guy when I was 18. Only the second guy I had ever slept with. I thought my life was over. I wish I had done my research. I thought I was damaged goods. 3months after being diagnosed I got into a relationship with the first guy who liked me and accepted my diagnosis. He said not everyone would have me considering I had herpes. Which is true I know. Anyway 9yrs later and we are married with two kids. I have a comfortable and safe home and things could be way worse. But I rushed. I panicked that no one would love me and I was broken and would never get that white picket fence and I settled. It worked out great. In hindsight I wonder why the adults in my life didn't pull me to one side and say hey slow down, stop rushing, everything is going to be okay. What I mean is, you have time and even though it may feel like the end of the world it isn't. Give yourself time to process before making decisions.

@Gustangela 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, do you still have outbreaks after those 9 years? If not, when it disappeared? I`m just in the first month.

@Bella-um6it Жыл бұрын

@@Gustangela it’s never going away it’s forever it’s like that saying “it’s the gift tht keeps on giving” its a very horrible thing

@Kloco78 Жыл бұрын

So basically the person you with now you don’t want them and wish you has someone else😂😂😂

@AgentCathy Жыл бұрын

You’re 9 years in and you say it’s worked out but you believe you settled. That’s a very manipulative thing to say: “not everyone would have you.” I hope you see a counselor because what you have doesn’t seem healthy.

@CocoChanelle-1 3 жыл бұрын

You are a beautiful person inside and out. My friend found out she had it from her doc as well. Her HUSBAND gave it to her. What a shocker.

@elviseugene1233 Жыл бұрын

You have a smile that could stop a war

@williamsantiago7303 6 жыл бұрын

Chica, you're beautiful and things will get better as you already know and thank you for your story. Good bless you.

@lifewithherpes 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!! Yes things only get better. Thanks for reaching out and mostly thank you for being a part of this community. Let me know if there is anything I can create to help you.

@lornamcintosh1743 2 жыл бұрын

Omg I think I get from my husband so much years has pass and I still can't come to yet

@linda5ft 6 жыл бұрын

very sweet to try and help others. Thank you

@tarahearly3593 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. It was very brave of you. I am happy you found love.

@Cam-ns1yi 2 жыл бұрын

Your right we have to move on I've had it since 95 my GF didn't tell me until I realized I had it

@annieemm135 Ай бұрын

I am grateful, thankful and blessed to have found your channel

@ninelives4738 4 жыл бұрын

It's really a shame that there's so much stigma attached. Usher has layed low since he was outted for having Herpes.

@Sassysonia1234 4 жыл бұрын

Usher didn't disclose to alot of women that he had herpes and didn't use protection. That's why usher was sued and outed. Usher knew he had herpes and didn't disclose.

@zackperron6090 3 жыл бұрын

That's because he was knowingly infecting other people with herpes not because people knew he had it.

@msladypmodel 5 жыл бұрын

Why the pomagrant fruit

@babyanderson9501 4 жыл бұрын

Im really glad i found you. Thank you for all your doing

@6743aman 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 🙏🙏

@mariannapatane6864 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I been living with this for many years my ex husband gave it to me and I was 3 monts pregnant so at was very devastated for me I hope and pray for all the people that are so innocent that will be a cure soon for all of us Amen 🙏

@larrygalvez2856 Жыл бұрын

I hope you were able to move on and find another relationship.

@brendaleevillarreal9851 3 жыл бұрын

i get tested every year and never ever have I ever had an std and now in the last 4 months I trusted someone and I asked him twice before sex and he said negative on stuff but as I find myself with this std now and he just uuggg... yes I am shame right now I knew better and yes I do feel like I will never be able to date again I feel like I am gonna be alone forever cuz who would want to be with me

@esp1825 2 жыл бұрын

Hello

@Dan_Therapist Жыл бұрын

He has changed your life irreversibly forever. There should be consequences for that

@crankfotton 7 ай бұрын

In 2008 I moved out of state for 5 months for a short work stint. My girlfriend at the time went to Vegas with some of her friends during this time. Late summer i was thrilled to see her (5 months) you get it. She cried saying "i have to tell you something.....". THANK GOD I ended it right then and there. Its a dangerous game to play.

@theguyyoyo 6 ай бұрын

Man.. sorry to hear that. Maybe she wasn't educated enough..?!

@shay9555 3 жыл бұрын

I just found out and I'm heartbroken!!

@cindyduarte6463 3 жыл бұрын

I applaud you! I will join the Facebook group! I was going through your emotions with you as you told your story! I really needed to hear your story! I felt like it was a curse on my life when I found out and is still struggling with it! After hearing your story I feel a little better about it but still have my fears to date!

@6743aman 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👍🙏🤩

@annaxaguilar49 6 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this video! I know EXACTLY how you felt...

@massivekoala4878 5 жыл бұрын

@journey4109 3 жыл бұрын

Too many comments with annoying ads, links. Why wouldn't block them ?

@mommykaye1712 3 жыл бұрын

I just found out that I have herpes , and I’m 7 months pregnant .... I feel alone ... more so angry cause Idk who to trust , I’m depressed I feel so detached .... please help

@lifewithherpes 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kyanna, so sorry to hear that! Please come to our group and join our Monday calls. You will get the support and information you need! www.lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety Hugs

@hestrada8910 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your baby. I hope you're doing better. Don't worry. There are people out there who don't care if you have it. It's just a skin disorder. Like eczema. It doesn't change you as a person. Much 💘 and peace

@blaeck_kitty8149 5 жыл бұрын

I got infected 4 years ago. Now I have the feeling that my body and my brain are affected. I am struggling every day with suicidal thoughts. My life feels over.

@blaeck_kitty8149 5 жыл бұрын

@Noé André I have no Power and always pain down there. My brain is affected because I can't remember many things.

@msladypmodel 5 жыл бұрын

R u ok now?

@thatgirlmoe9010 5 жыл бұрын

@@blaeck_kitty8149 when having these things u have to build up ur immune system u can't have these things in ur body n not fight them off it's all ur fault I n i would really recommend u go to a doctor caz u might have HIV OR AIDS ALSO BEACUSE HERPES LEADS TO HIV AND U COULD HAVE HAD IT HERPES DOESN'T SHUT DOWN THE BRAIN BUT HIV DOES.....DO IT AND UPDATE US

@blaeck_kitty8149 5 жыл бұрын

@@thatgirlmoe9010 i immediately went to different doctors. They Tested me negative for HIV, of course I am Happy about this! Since one week I take Aciclovir 400 every day two times. I hope this will reduce the outbreaks...🙏

@thatgirlmoe9010 5 жыл бұрын

@@blaeck_kitty8149 smile okay n if u wanna go for a more natural way take olive leaf extract it stops viral shedding n it's hard to pass it onto ur partner I also heard that James destroy herpes regiments cure herpes look it up on KZfaq

@DR-dr7ow 6 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry I tried to sit thru this but you really gotta spit it out all the pauses are killing me

@cherylsomerfeldt8129 5 жыл бұрын

You can speed up the video by going into settings.

@turkanismail1848 4 жыл бұрын

Her pauses moved me. It was postively impactful and what i needed.

@Ashley-jx7sw Жыл бұрын

I hate this comment. This is an emotional thing she’s expressing and hard to talk about in general

@alyssadamiano7361 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, it helped me a lot

@lifewithherpes 7 жыл бұрын

Alyssa Damiano thank you Alyssa! I am here to help if you need anything. Hang in there 💗

@TheSantos173 4 жыл бұрын

Life With Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka can we converse? I would like to talk to someone in this rough time :(

@cassandrabaily4709 2 жыл бұрын

Don't stress. Stress makes it worse

@amazinggrace8136 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for telling your story! You’re beautiful 😍

@yall5092 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this.. You're amazing and beautiful.

@etovar01 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being in my life

@jovieappoggiatura 3 жыл бұрын

I don't understand why you would need to back track and give a phone call to your previous sex partners 🤔 anyone you had sexual relations with prior to that STI screening you responsibly took that came back negative would surely not have contracted anything from you

@mickik.6603 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this, you beautiful soul..♥️

@Dopeariesofficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this message when I found out I was so depressed but told me my self not end of the world u can still live life I hope I can find someone love me still

@ammo3734 4 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed in 2014. I had not had sex in 6 years prior to dating a person that I knew from my hometown. We spent 4 days together and I started to be very painful right after I returned home. I remember how my world felt like it was crashing around me. I was also diagnosed with a yeast infection AND chlamydia. When I told the guy I was seeing, he told me that I had it before and that I didn't get it from him. We got into a huge argument over it and it took him 3 months to finally test himself before he called to apologize to me. It's still a hard conversation to have with potential partners. The only people that don't know I have it is my parents, otherwise I'm pretty open with friends, other family, and coworkers. I had one coworker call me after I had talked about it one evening to confide in me that she was diagnosed and how scared she was. It made me feel good that I was able to help comfort somebody newly diagnosed because it isn't something that I had when I was diagnosed.

@David-jx6sl 4 жыл бұрын

Curious u have herpes or you just had chlymydia and a yeast infection

@ammo3734 3 жыл бұрын

@@David-jx6sl I have herpes (HSV2). When I was diagnosed I also had chlamydia and a yeast infection which were treated.

@Dan_Therapist Жыл бұрын

so yall can meet a guy whose sexual history you don't know and go raw. i hate to be that person but you set yourself up for failure and the consequences are for life. help people and teach them never to make the irresponsible choices you made

@paulhutchings7527 3 жыл бұрын

What is the pomegranate about?

@lifewithherpes 3 жыл бұрын

Taken from the website: Well, as you know it is hard enough to talk about Herpes let alone look at a blister. There was zero % chance there was going to be some horrible Googled picture of an outbreak as the logo. So, Alexandra and the team decided to get creative and look towards nature and come up with something that is aesthetically pleasing. And we came across the pomegranate! Think about it...don't the seeds kind of look like blisters? And what is also pretty cool is the pomegranate has been used through history by Kings and Queens as a holy symbolism. In general, the pomegranate represents fruitfulness, knowledge, learning, and wisdom so we think pomegranates are the perfect symbol for the Life With Herpes Community. Don't you?

@cassandrabaily4709 2 жыл бұрын

Remember no sugar. Sugar is the worst. If needing some sugar in diet drink some dole pineapple juice or eat some fruit Bananas. Raspberries blueberries strawberries pineapple black berries all good for you

@182country 4 жыл бұрын

You gave me hope!

@angelgold3276 3 жыл бұрын

Your voice will save many👍

@sabrinatenney 4 жыл бұрын

I admire your courage! ❤️

@lauraberkeley4714 3 жыл бұрын

How old were you when you found out?

@Lovelyunbothered 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 for sharing your story ❤️❤️❤️

@sitorp116 Жыл бұрын

My ex got HSV2 recently and I know that even with condoms she can still transmit it to me. I ain’t gonna lie I don’t want to catch it but I do love her and it’s hard not to feel disappointed. I was hoping we could work things out and I don’t mean to be judgmental but it’s hard not to feel heartbroken for her and our situation. Dealing with this is hard and im not the one who’s dealin with this personally.

@tbone541 8 ай бұрын

I used a condom and still got it on the top and very base of my penis

@tbone541 8 ай бұрын

Maybe I was too promiscuous.... I feel like her, how will I ever find a woman that will want to be with me?

@tbone541 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love her honest... Brave woman

@tbone541 8 ай бұрын

What a horrible dickhead... You are so beautiful

@tbone541 8 ай бұрын

Do know any single women like you?

@onceagaindc 2 ай бұрын

I got my lab results yesterday and im positive for H1 and H2. The first time in my life i felt suicidal. Im a christian as well. I never had unprotected sex and havent had sex in 5 years. I got a dr. App tomorrow to officially know whats going on. I been crying all day, i just broke up with a girl i been hanging with. No sex or kissing involved. Just some kisses. I told her and we ended it. Thank you for this video. I was going ti starve myself to death but you saved me. Im 27. Have been celibate for years. The first people i told was my parents and they understand. Thank you for this video

@smoothoperator7023 2 ай бұрын

"No sex or kissing involved. Just some kisses." Well... which was it?

@kldean01 Ай бұрын

I'm sorry 😢 pray , God will protect you

@oldgeezer3324 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like to me someone found a love they didn't think possible

@VM-wt3ti 6 жыл бұрын

I can’t imagine having type 2 herpes because every time I mention type 1 which is exceedingly common men RUN as far away as possible. I try to educate and teach to eliminate the stigma but it doesn’t work. Herpes is herpes to the public eye whether type 1 or 2. There’s no hope left. I wish I had never tested for it. I’m a complete idiot now I have the massive responsibility on my shoulder to disclose, educate and get treated like I’m a disease infested animal. I don’t know how people cope with type 2 because it’s rare, how do you guys find someone? Mine isn’t rare but it scares literally everyone off.

@georgecarlin6888 5 жыл бұрын

Read this article. Have you ever even had a second outbreak? Chances are you're not even contagious. www.thehairpin.com/2013/11/how-i-found-out-i-didnt-have-the-herpes-id-been-living-with-for-four-years/

@viktoriaarsova545 Жыл бұрын

They run because they expect bj!

@shaylanegrete4765 4 жыл бұрын

I just found out on Wednesday and I’ve been In pain since Sunday , how can I ease the pain from the sores there are a bunch I can barely walk and I got prescribed acyclovir , and ibuprofen

@queenofhope2536 3 жыл бұрын

Fill the bath up and add some salt, or Epson salt. Make sure that the bath is not hot but warm. You can take a cool flannel or tea bag and gently put it onto the area to ease the pain. The salt will help to heal the blisters and the coolness from the cold flannel and tea bags will help with the pain and itching. Make sure that you get plenty of rest. The first year is the worst, but as time goes by, you will get less outbreaks. Research it on line for more ways of coping. Hope this helps!

@sumairae1078 Жыл бұрын

How are you now ??

@disciple4tray 2 жыл бұрын

Question. Do you ever get a blood test and see if it's postive

@Tampa370 6 жыл бұрын

Don't trust guys !! Trust me I know I'm one of them !!

@yeshuamysaviour3156 5 жыл бұрын

Joe Lewus we don't , men kill and are animals. your the worst thing. only God can change

@lilitea-time2460 3 жыл бұрын

To be honest I rather have an outbreak I can hide...

@izzieb3810 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if I have herpes...I have a few pimple like things around my mouth and one singular cold sore in my mouth...I’m only 15...and idk how to tell or not

@ninelives4738 4 жыл бұрын

That's oral herpes. Most call it a cold sore. She's talking about genital herpes.

@tyheath4068 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I don’t think it was meant for you to get herpes. However, it is a lesson for the masses to check out their partners before a sexual encounter. Thank you for your transparency. Sending 💕 and strength to you.