{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"What to do when you\u2019re diagnosed with an STD like herpes #herpes #STD","description":"Alexandra knows what it feels like to get a call from your doctor saying, \u201cyou have Herpes;\u201d and how to manage the physical, mental, and emotional rollercoaster ride that comes with a diagnosis. When you\u2019re first diagnosed with an STD, it\u2019s important to immediately educate yourself on what herpes is and what the misconceptions are. Herpes is a virus that the majority of the population has and outbreaks happen when you\u2019re stressed or your immune system is stressed. There\u2019s no cure for herpes, but herpes won\u2019t kill you and can be managed. Being diagnosed with an STD or STI can feel like the earth is breaking, but you can still live a wonderful and fulfilling life: you\u2019re more than a herpes diagnosis. Alexandra shares her experience with how to get diagnosed with herpes, manage herpes outbreaks, and communicate about STDs and STIs with future partners: from dating to getting married. We cover topics like: 3:00 How to talk with others about herpes 5:00 Coping with the emotions of an STI diagnosis and feeling shame 7:50 How to start enjoying life again after being diagnosed with herpes 14:00 Dating with herpes and how to communicate your boundaries 26:45 What to do after being diagnosed with herpes 29:30 Resources if you\u2019re concerned you have herpes or have been diagnosed Alexandra Harbushka is the founder of Life With Herpes \u2013 an online community dedicated to shattering the stigma of living with herpes. In addition to helping her community members overcome the emotional struggles of their diagnosis, Alexandra also founded Secret Society Wellness. RESOURCES: Free sex and pelvic pain resources https:\/\/drsusieg.com\/resources Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https:\/\/drsusieg.com\/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program Herpes resources: https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/std\/herpes\/stdfact-herpes.htm  https:\/\/www.plannedparenthood.org\/learn\/stds-hiv-safer-sex\/herpes  https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/herpes-simplex-virus CONNECT WITH ALEXANDRA HARBUSHKA: Website: https:\/\/www.lifewithherpes.com\/ Email: alexandra@harbushka.com IG: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lifewithherpes\/ TikTok: https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@lifewithherpes CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE): Website: https:\/\/drsusieg.com\/ Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dr.susieg\/  Disclaimer: This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications\/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional. ","author_name":"In Your Pants with Dr. Susie G","author_url":"http:\/\/www.drsusieg.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/25781604\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/145374972"}