Conversations with a Dom
E22: How Herpes Simplex Virus Impacts D/s with Guest Emily
Mar 9, 2023
Guest Emily shares her experiences of engaging in a D/s dynamic after testing positive for HSV. Topics include symptoms and transmission of HSV, impact on play with her Dom, navigating stigma, intimacy in D/s relationships, community support, and importance of seeking medical attention for HSV.
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- Establishing boundaries after a herpes diagnosis can enhance a D/s dynamic.
- Open communication and education help combat stigma around HSV in the kink community.
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Understanding HSV and its Impact on Kink
Emily shares her experience living with genital HSV, highlighting that a diagnosis didn't deter her kinky lifestyle; it actually improved after establishing boundaries. She aims to support individuals in the kink community with chronic STIs, emphasizing that life doesn't end. HSV, specifically HSV-1 and HSV-2 distinctions, symptoms like flare-ups, nerve pain, and shedding without symptoms are discussed.
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