Dating with herpes

Can I date if I have herpes?

Dating with herpes can be a challenging experience. While the virus is very common ( about two thirds of all adults have HSV-1, and 11 percent to 20 percent HSV-2 ), finding out that you have herpes can have a significant effect on your self-esteem and interest in meeting new people.

What is the best dating site for people with herpes?

Eharmony is the best dating site for people with Herpes. It’s not that other sites are bad – they’re just not as good. If you have Herpes, you know that it’s not something to be ashamed of, but it can still make dating a challenge.

Can I still have sex if I have herpes?

Sure, you’ll need to make a few changes going forward, including telling potential partners about your diagnosis before getting busy and learning to recognize signs of an outbreak. But you can absolutely continue dating and engaging in sexual activity. There are two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV), HSV-1 and HSV-2.

Should you tell your partner that you have herpes?

Telling a partner or potential partner that you have herpes can be nerve-wracking, but it’s best to do early on so you can weed out people who have a problem with it, says Stephen Snyder, M.D., sex therapist and author of Love Worth Making: How to Have Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-Lasting Relationship.