I just found out that my best (female) friend has it, and I am concerned about drinking after/eating after each other..Can it be spread that way? Or by using each others' makeup? Please no "funny" or stupid answers on this one...I am really scared!
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genital herpes and cold sores are both caused by the herpes virus.  Cold sores are herpes simplex one and genital herpes is simplex 2.  Oral to genital contact can spread the virus just like genital to genital contact.  \n\nIf your friend has genital herpes you can pretty much avoid contracting it by not having oral to genital or genital to genital contact with her.  However, many people with simplex 2 also have cold sores because herpes is a virus that lodges in the spinal fluid.  If your friend has an OPEN sore on her lips or in her mouth and you share lipstick or chapstick you have a chance of contracting the mouth sores.\n\nThe best thing for you to do is to not share makeup or straws.  And be sure that you are available emotionally for support to your friend - herpes can be hard to live with and your friend will benefit from your loving and non-paranoid, non-judgemental support.  \n\ngood luck\nLani
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I have heard of that before.  Like your body breaks out from your partners secretions.  I think your doctor or dermatologist would be a good place to start because the web didn't bring anything up but it was on news and I saw it.
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It is common and very treatable.  Certainly tell your mom.  If it is the size it bothers you it is for sure time to be removed.  There are many over the counter remedies.  DON"T WORRY!
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1st heard of it on CSI. I thought it was just a fictional topic used to make a good story line for the show. However, my curiosity was peaked so I found tons of websites on it. It is definitely not something that I would ever consider doing, but it is said to be very healthy and can treat and cure an array of ailments. It is said that it is also considered to be the "fountain of youth" to some people. I will stick with regular medications and anti-aging cream.
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they say it is stress induced, the reoccuring. You can get medicine to help shorten the heal time such as abreva. the other less costly ones do not work nearly as well. It will be OK it is a very common condition. It is aggravating, but it is no big deal. Good luck
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Look, my cousin almost died several years ago of this disease.  Yes, to those who live with it, it IS a disease.  I thought she had it under control until my aunt just recently told me that she checked herself into a rehab in California for it.\nTalk to their parents.  Tell them that it should be taken seriously.  If they won't act on it, go to your guidance counselor.  If your counselor thinks it's a serious enough issue, he or she will go to their parents.\nIf worse comes to worst, they get checked into some facility to be evaluated and/or treated.\nUnfortunately, it's not your problem, so there's not really anything you can do about it aside from being supportive.  It sucks, but it's the truth.\nIf you open your mouth, be prepared to lose your friends.  Best case scenario:  they'll thank you for it later.
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Rubbing Alcohol and move it as you add alcohol.  Watch for pus.  THAT will be a very bad sign.
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More than 50% of people have cold sores (oral herpes, not genital).  For most people they go away and either never resurface, or resurface rarely (often when you are sick, or under stress, or sometimes it's exacerbated by sunlight or caffeine or other triggers).  When you have a breakout, or the tingling feeling that one is coming, don't kiss and don't g!ve 0ral sex (or use protection).  You are unlikely to transmit it except during or right before a breakout.  And if he does catch oral herpes on his lips, it's really no big deal.  For all you know he got it years ago and doesn't even remember, and you've just never seen him have a breakout.  And if you happen to have a lot of breakouts, you can take a breakout suppressant medication like Valtrex.  There are plenty of herpes websites on the net with more info.  Happy kissing!
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probably not a danger - you are 23.  Ask a doctor - I think I've seen papers on this - it's seen in a few men - but you might want to get it checked out so that you feel better about it - when you find a partner you'd like to share it with - would be nice if you could explain it with confidence!
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What your dealing with is a "Rite of Passage", don't do anything against those who are participating unless they start talking about cutting themselves to be equal.  (Only a trained Plastic Surgeon should do such)  In such cases, the bonding established will last long after the original taunting is forgotten, so if you want your friends to not carry the scar and develop werid internal responses, remind the taunted of things they excell in so they do not internalize the pain of being made fun of.
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Wow, I thought I was just a freak!\nI have been hospitalized twice in the last two years because of it. It first showed up on my face until the swelling and itching got so bad across my eyes that I couldn't open my eyes and my entire head changed shape! I went to allergists and doctors and nothing would work.\nThe second one was much worse. I ended up in the ER and ICU for a whole week because it was in my digestive and respiratory systems. Nobody could figure it out and it scared me to death. I carry an epi-pen with me now but I am not convinced that it will actually do anything if I should begin to have another outbreak. \n\nI attribute it to my stress levels. So my answer is if traditional medicine can't help me then I will turn to alternative medicine. I do a lot of yoga and meditation. I work very hard to stay connected spiritually and I always use my vacation days. Traditional medicine kept me alive when I couldn't eat and breath but it had no preventative measures so I use my own. \nI hope this helps, good luck!
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Hello- Do you really think you can wash it off, SORRY it is not going to happen. Be real with yourself, be proud that you can come to grips with yourself and accept yourself, then others will. Be Strong, stand up and let everyone know. Nothing to be ashamed of.
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My son had a similar condition last year at school. The nurse at school called me and apparently it is called " Fifth disease". It went away within 2 days,  it was splotchy, red, no itch, no fever, no residual side effects, but he looked horrible for 2 days, it affected his cheeks, arms, thighs, buttocks, back and stomach it  has never come back, I have never heard of anything like this being a recurring problem. Best wishes, Tiff
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In my experience alcohol can definitely assist people in doing things they wouldn't normally do without alcohol in their system.  I don't think you would do anything stupid because of the fact that you are aware of this fear you have of acting innapropriate.  It's the chance we all take when hanging out with friends who are drinking, that they may do something they wouldn't normally do.  If she is a true friend she will laught with you and tell you to stop your just being drunk.  If your obnoxious when you get drunk however she may not want to hang out with you anymore.  Maybe you should just be honest with her and get it out in the open so that you both may enjoy the evening and you already know how she would react.  She may surprise you and tell you that she would be delighted to make out with you.  '-)
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I don't know why others do it... but my mother has this disease. It is a mental health disorder as well as an eating disorder. Not only does the person who has this order go through it but everyone close to the person does too. It effects everyone. I have two daughters who see their grandmother going through this. One doesn't want to eat too much because she doesn't want to get fat.... which is a genetic problem in my family.... and I have one who over eats because she doesn't want to be as thin as her grandmother. In my own opinion, this is a sickness.... that needs to be brought out more so that more people can avoid this and be aware of it.
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My daughter had this when she was 2.  The numerous blisters in her mouth were horrible.  It hurt her to eat or drink anything even with a straw.  We had to drop water into her mouth with a dropper to keep her from becoming dehydrated.  Anyway, our doctor perscribed something called "magic mouthwash" that we would paint inside her mouth.  I think it was made up of Benedryl and Milk of Magnessia.  It was wonderful stuff -- worked like a charm.  Ask a pharmacist or doctor.  I don't think there was anything else in it, but I'm not sure.\n\nGood luck to you.  I know it can be horrible.  She was sick around 7 days.
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How lovely of you to do so. Well, mine isn't really one to use on someone else, but my Partner of 25 years worries about me (i have some health problems unfortunately) I was really hurting one day and had gasped. I got "The Look" and I told her not to worry. She responded by saying" That's like asking me to stop breathing." It was so sweet. Go and make someone's day, dear. They'll remember it.