Psychosocial Well-Being and Quality of Life Among Women Newly Diagnosed With Genital Herpes

Psychosocial Impact of a Positive HSV‐2 Diagnosis on Adults with Unrecognized HSV‐2 Infection

“…Furthermore, the qualitative study noted that the most commonly expressed fear among those infected was disclosing the diagnosis to a sex partner. This finding is supported by other literature on the impact of symptomatic genital herpes infection (Mark, Gilbert, & Nanda, 2009; Rosenthal et al, 2006). It is possible that the intensity of this fear may change based on partner reactions.…”

Prevalence of Herpes Simplex Virus in Pregnant Women from Gangetic Plain Region of Allahabad, India

“…After initial infection, the virus can reside as life-long virus and remains latent until the opportunity for recurrence, thus genital herpes is generally a recurrent and incurable viral disease [1]. The majority of both primary and recurrent infections are asymptomatic diseases [8]; however, in symptomatic cases, lesions are very painful [9] and obviously affect the quality of the life in patients [10]. HSV can easily spread in populations because of asymptomatic nature of disease, and is a suitable marker to evaluate the sexual behaviours [9].…”

Experiences of living with a sexually transmitted disease: an integrative review

“…There is also a feeling that the quality of life decreases immediately following the STD diagnosis . A loss of purity is perceived after becoming infected and involves feelings of being contaminated , unclean and ashamed . A loss of control is experienced relating to a lack of control over the STD .…”

“…The competence of nursing staff is a central consideration in all healthcare settings. People with an STD need detailed information to be able to participate in the decisions which affect their own care . Strengthening the competence of nursing staff is therefore an important consideration in the treatment of this group of patients.…”