What should I tell my health care provider?
Many people have difficulty talking with their health care provider about sensitive sexual issues. However, it is very important to discuss your concerns with your provider. Often a question about risk behaviors or symptoms or even general questions will encourage a discussion. These discussions can be very helpful in prevention of acquisition of disease or transmission to others. Make sure you are comfortable with your provider when you begin your conversation.
Potential topics
Diagnosis
Transmission
Natural History
- What is herpes?
- What type of herpes do I have?
- How many people have this disease?
- Will I always have recurrent outbreaks?
Treatment
Pregnancy