I broke up with my girlfriend because she has herpes but now I really miss her

DEAR DEIDRE: I FINISHED with my girlfriend because she has herpes but now I’m worried I made the wrong decision.

I am 19, she is 18. We started seeing each other as friends a short while ago and I really fell for her.

I told her that I wanted the relationship to move to the next level but she started crying and told me that she has herpes.

I was shocked and scared and said I didn’t want to see her any more.

Now I think I was too hasty.

I really like her and I am missing her terribly but I am worried about the future and what it means for us.

DEIDRE SAYS: Herpes is pretty common and doesn’t need to stop a couple having a happy and sexually fulfilling relationship.

Contact her, say you’re sorry for how you reacted, and ask her to give you another chance.

It is important, though, to use condoms for protection when she feels her symptoms may be starting up.

Get detailed advice from the Herpes Viruses Association (, 0845 123 2305).

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