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Genital Herpes and Anxiety Attacks
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I have got genital herpes(HSV 2) in Oct 2025. I got it from my Girlfriend and she is not aware of this because she is asymptomatic. But since then i am getting blisters every week one gets heal and after few days i get one again. I am just fed up of this. I have started getting anxiety attack and got admitted in the hospital twice. My parents wants me get married but i don’t know what to do. I think my life is over now. What should i do? I get suicidal thoughts as well. Please help.
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Genital herpes hsv2 is a manageable condition.
Use condoms during intercourse
Wear cotton and loose inner wear and pant
Regularly take medication
Don’t think your life is over, take it as a challenge and manage it through CBT
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Hi, thank you for reaching out. I can understand how exhausting and overwhelming this has been for you. HSV-2 is a manageable medical condition, and many people with it go on to have healthy relationships and happy marriages. Since you’re having such frequent outbreaks, it’s important to revisit your doctor because suppressive antiviral treatment may help reduce recurrences significantly. Alongside that, the anxiety you’re experiencing deserves attention too therapy can help you process the diagnosis, reduce health anxiety, and rebuild hope and confidence. One step at a time your life is not over.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
19 yrs exp
Bangalore
Thank you for sharing this with me. I know it isn't easy to talk about these experiences. Please remember that your emotions deserve attention, and we can work together to find ways to help you feel more in control. One step at a time.
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Dr. Namita Ranjan (PhD)
Counselling Psychologist
20 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi, thank you for sharing your concern. you are going through such a difficult time. It sounds like you have been dealing with the physical symptoms of HSV-2 along with anxiety, repeated stress, and feelings of hopelessness for a long time. Please remember that HSV-2 is a manageable medical condition, and many people continue to have healthy relationships and marriages with the right medical care and honest communication. What concerns me most is that you have mentioned having suicidal thoughts. Please do not go through this alone. I would strongly encourage you to consult a psychiatrist and a counselling psychologist as soon as possible. Therapy can help you manage the anxiety, hopelessness, and emotional distress you are experiencing. If you feel that you may act on these thoughts or are unable to keep yourself safe, please tell a trusted family member or friend immediately. You deserve support, and with the right treatment, things can improve. Take care.
Dr Namita Ranjan
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