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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.
34:30

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Quick takeaways

  • 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.

Deep dives

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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