Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Female Support Group
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are diseases or infections that have a significant probability of transmission between humans by means of sexual contact. This community is devoted to helping any women seeking support with STDs, whether you have one or you know someone else who does.
So, I went to the OB/GYN this morning because I noticed a few bumps the other day. She tells me it's genital warts. I am so far beyond freaking out right now. And to top it all off, I had to tell my mom all about it today. She's never really asked about my sex life, so not only did I have to tell her I have a lifelong infection, but that I got it by having sex. She's doing research about it and will soon learn that the only way to get genital warts is through direct sexual contact. I am scared! It's such an embarrassing problem to have and I am scared of how to get the warts removed. My doctor says it will be painful. I guess what I'm really looking for is comfort and advice from those who are in my situation:/
i also have gw...i am using aldara right now. if they do not go away then i will look at other options. it does get better. it took me a couple of months to gain perspective. this is a wonderful support group..i am so thankful for daily strength...if you are not a member of the hpv group then join...the hpv group has lots of info on gw and hpv the virus that causes them. go back and read some of the post if you have not already. you have lots of support on here...LOTS of good info and support on the hpv group. feel free to msg me whenever you would like. i have had this since early march.
Yes, your mother will learn that you are sexually active and that the results of GW comes from sex. But there are worse things that she could have learned. I am assuming that you are not a child, and in this day and age sex is so common amongst individuals over the age of around 14 that I am sure she will be supportive. I told my mother and I am 27, she wasnt shocked that I was intimate and I am not over close with her but she has been really supportive since I told her. I can tell you that I have had one biopsied (cut off) and abut 9 burned off. The most painful thing in the surgery is the needle they use to numb you. The healing is slightly painful but much more annoying, as they itch as they heal. Ask your doctor if he or she has ever had them removed before they say it will be painful. I did not think the procedure was too painful, neosprin pain relief works and if you really think it hurts, your doc can perscribe numbing cream.
Best of luck! And join HPV group we love meeting new friends and sharing info!
Plus, consider yourself lucky and keep in mind the luck runs thin quick. There's more and worse STDs out there and pretty easy to find :P
Good luck!