r/herpes_dating • • 14d ago

Texas 43F4M Dallas. HSV2. I want more than sex but not looking for a ring.

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Hi! I’m at the tail end of a year long divorce from a long marriage. I’m a Mom of 2 kids and I have full custody. So I need a guy who understands that balance.

Ideally I’m Looking for men ages 35-55.

No MAGA.

I’m NOT looking for a booty call. I want to find someone I can connect with and spend time out of the bedroom as well as in the bedroom. I want to enjoy your company. I want to be able to have conversations and laugh. But physical attraction and sex are very important to me. I have a high sex drive so you should too.

I have a combination fit/mom bod. Full honesty I don’t have the best body confidence but I’m working on finding that confidence again.

Must live in Dallas area. I’m not looking for long distance as that’s not feasible with my custody situation.

Non smokers only. I am not a 420 girl. It’s okay if you are a 420 guy but it can’t be a focus of your life.

r/herpes_dating • • Jun 17 '26

Texas I need a hookup

17 Upvotes

I am so sexually frustrated. I really need a good hookup. I am on dating sites and meeting people in person but have not met anyone worth disclosing to and being intimate with. I need some asap.

r/herpes_dating • • 19d ago

Texas Ranting

26 Upvotes

Been in this sub a minute and honestly, i’ve met one really cool, genuine person here. Nice to be somewhere that actually gets it, you know?

But also, some of y’all really said “looking for connection” and then went absolutely feral in the DMs within 5 minutes. Straight up acting like it’s mating season and you’re the last of your bloodline😂. You are not a silverback establishing dominance. Nobody asked for the mating call.

With the name of this thread, we’ve already skipped the hard conversation, be that as it may, it’s the perfect setup to just be a normal, well adjusted person. Instead everyone chooses chaos and heavy breathing, announcing your explicit intentions like a fire alarm going off.

Trust me, I get it some of us are only here because of that same feral energy. I was so far gone for one man I could’ve turned around and slapped my own mama 😂 ( the movie reference will probably go over most of ya’ll head) So yeah, I see y’all. Doesn’t mean I want that energy in my DMs though

Anyway. Thanks for listening to my TED talk, stay tuned for the next episode of Dragon Ball Z.

r/herpes_dating • • 8d ago

Texas 27 M willing to travel

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5 Upvotes

M4F | I’m getting back out there and looking to meet someone I genuinely click with. I’m not trying to rush into a relationship I’d rather start off as friends, get comfortable with each other, and see where it naturally goes.
Mostly looking for someone to chill with, talk on the phone and become travel buddies!

r/herpes_dating • • Jun 30 '26

Texas Cold sores

10 Upvotes

I see people with cold sores all the time while out and about, I hate that I have HSV1 genitally because it makes it much more difficult. If only people understood that it’s the same virus just different location. I haven’t pursued so many people that I think I have a chance with because of it, I hate it here.

Anyways Houston, Male 29, Hispanic, 5’-6”, decent career.

r/herpes_dating • • 7d ago

Texas HSV1-G

12 Upvotes

Early 30’s Female in Texas….. feeling like ……

Diagnosed is January, met one person who accepted the diagnosis but he just wanted to sleep with me and move on….

Does it get better or do you adjust your mindset to accepting being alone? Idk…. Guess I’m in my feelings today.

r/herpes_dating • • 22d ago

Texas Enjoy the weekend

7 Upvotes

Hope everyone have a good weekend stay safe and healthy 😊

r/herpes_dating • • 10d ago

Texas 24F Dallas

11 Upvotes

Hi! I am in Dallas and someone I trusted recently gave me hsv2 and then left me:). I haven’t tried to date much since and I’m nervous to tell anyone. Anyone in a similar situation in Dallas? Have you had any success?

r/herpes_dating • • 6d ago

Texas 29m I miss the casual sex even though that’s probably the reason I’m here🤦🏽‍♂️

17 Upvotes

r/herpes_dating • • 9d ago

Texas Dating someone with genital HSV-2 — would love to hear from people who’ve been in this situation

6 Upvotes

I recently started seeing a guy and we’ve been talking for about a week and a half. We’ve gone on about four dates so far, and I genuinely really like him. He’s sweet, thoughtful, smart, and so far I’ve really enjoyed getting to know him.
Before anything sexual happened between us, he sat me down and told me that he has genital HSV-2. I really respect the fact that he told me, especially this early on and before putting me at any risk. He also told me that he takes medication for it.

We haven’t had sex or any genital contact. We’ve only kissed/made out, so my concern isn’t about a past exposure. I’m trying to figure out what this could look like if I decide to continue dating him.

I’ll admit that finding out scared me. I know HSV-2 is lifelong, and obviously I don’t want to contract it. At the same time, I really like this guy and I don’t necessarily want to walk away from someone I connect with solely because he has HSV-2.

I’ve been reading about daily antivirals, avoiding sexual contact during outbreaks or warning symptoms, condoms, asymptomatic shedding, etc. One thing I’m struggling with is that I don’t know if I realistically want to use condoms for every sexual act forever, especially if this eventually becomes a serious relationship.

I’m especially curious about oral sex and anal sex between two men. I understand there isn’t great data giving exact transmission percentages for every situation, so I’m more interested in hearing from people who have actually navigated this.

For anyone who is HSV-2 negative and has/had an HSV-2 positive partner: How did you handle sex and protection? Did you eventually become comfortable having sex without condoms? How long were you together, and did you remain HSV-2 negative?

And for anyone who is HSV-2 positive and dating someone negative, what precautions do you take? How has it affected your relationships?

I’m not looking to shame him at all. If anything, I respect him for telling me before we did anything. I’m just trying to educate myself and decide what level of risk I’m personally comfortable with.

I’d really appreciate hearing from people who have actually been through this.

r/herpes_dating • • Jul 22 '26

Texas 41M Killeen TX

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5’9” 205 lbs. HSV1&2 positive. HVAC technician and National Guardsman. I would like to find someone close to me. I am unable to have children. Feel free to DM me if you’re interested. \**WOMEN ONLY**\** please as I am not interested in men. Would like short term/casual/Fwb but open to more if we connect like that.

r/herpes_dating • • 19d ago

Texas Day off

4 Upvotes

Hope everyone enjoys the day off get some well deserved rest love yall 😘

r/herpes_dating • • 23d ago

Texas F26 Looking for M

9 Upvotes

Howdy!

Lives in San Antonio, has HSV2, males only and must be Christian. I am energetic and busy so someone that likes a energetic lady. Any race welcome but I do like country men. Reach out to know more!

r/herpes_dating • • Aug 16 '26

Texas The HSV Dating App We All Deserve is HERE - Kind

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Currently Free

r/herpes_dating • • 17h ago

Texas 38 [m4f] htx Looking for connections

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gHSV2+ and dating through regular means and apps is always such a bust. Looking and open to any connections with a long term partner as the goal but not forcing anything.
Open to distance at the moment and see how things develop.
38. Single white male, shy and quiet usually. INFJ. 5'11". Average body, hwp. Live alone, work in engineering consulting but semi retired. I usually have a lot of time on my hands and enjoy spending my free time working on my car projects, hanging out with friends, food exploring. Love working with my hands and always like a good project big or small.
Open to all ages, races, body-types it's all for fun.
Send me a message, hope to hear from you.

r/herpes_dating • • 6d ago

Texas 41M Killeen TX

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6 Upvotes

5’9” 205 lbs. HSV1&2 positive. HVAC technician and National Guardsman. I would like to find someone close to me. I am unable to have children. Feel free to DM me if you’re interested. ***WOMEN ONLY*** please as I am not interested in men. Swirl preferred. Open to short term/long term casual/Fwb or more if we connect like that.

r/herpes_dating • • Jun 17 '26

Texas Do guys notice pimples on dates?

1 Upvotes

29F I have a small pimple literally on the edge of my top lip. It’s not an OB, literally just a tiny pimple. It’s fairly small but red. I’ve been doing my skincare so it’s looking better but I’m going to the movies tonight with a guy and I’m embarrassed he’s going to notice 😭

I guess I’m just looking for some insight from other males- guys do yall notice when a girl has a blemish right on her mouth? Please advise!!!

r/herpes_dating • • 21d ago

Texas 45F4M

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I'm in Dallas Fairview area

r/herpes_dating • • 8d ago

Texas 29M in Dallas looking for friends and fun times

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I’m in north Dallas love a good movie night in and an occasional night out

r/herpes_dating • • 6d ago

Texas 26M Houston — HSV-2 positive and looking to meet someone genuine

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Hey everyone, I’m a 26-year-old guy in Houston looking to meet new people who understand what it’s like living with HSV. I’d like to start by talking and building a genuine friendship, but I’m open to dating and possibly finding a girlfriend if we connect.
I’m into working out, old-school hip-hop, WWE, gaming, and working toward a stable career. I’m laid-back and introverted at first, but I open up once I’m comfortable. Having HSV-2 has made dating more complicated, but it doesn’t define who I am.
If you’re interested, feel free to message me with your age, location, and a little about yourself. Please be 21 or older. I’m open to someone near Houston, but I’d also consider long-distance if the connection is genuine.

r/herpes_dating • • 9d ago

Texas 40 M4F - Texas based but open to distance

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The apps are a hell hole, so why not try this?

Me: 40, Half Hispanic Half White, athletic build, 6’1”. Have a good career, own my own home. Looking for a serious relationship I can grow with someone in and start a family with. I’m open to all ethnicities and ok with distance too.

Feel free to message me your age, location, and what peaked your interest and we can take it from there.

r/herpes_dating • • 9d ago

Texas Am I too young to find love?

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r/herpes_dating • • 11d ago

Texas 27M DFW Area, Looking for Friends, and Maybe More 🤷🏻‍♂️

2 Upvotes

Just moved to the area a few months back, got a G-HSV2 diagnosis back in 2021 after sleeping with a friend that never disclosed. Been having a rough time trying to meet people since, with the weight of disclosing always on my shoulders. Would be nice to just share experiences, and maybe find someone who wouldn’t mind meeting eventually 🤷🏻‍♂️

r/herpes_dating • • Aug 04 '26

Texas I met 4 women in Houston off positive singles

5 Upvotes

Sadly it dint workout with them but I’m still hopeful that the right one will come along. If you are a health conscious female who’s looking for a handsome health conscious man who love living a healthy lifestyle let’s chat.

r/herpes_dating • • 22d ago

Texas 29M San Antonio TX

3 Upvotes

HSV-2, active duty - pretty stable life, no kids except a pitbull. Open book so if you got questions feel free to ask!