How do women living with genital herpes and/or HPV (human papillomavirus) infections see themselves as sexual beings, and what choices do they make about sexual health issues? This title describes how women are affected by living with chronic STDs and reveals the stages of their sexual self- transformation.
Exploring the experiences of women living with genital herpes and HPV, this book delves into their perceptions of sexuality and the choices they make regarding sexual health. Through in-depth interviews with 43 women, Adina Nack examines the emotional journey from diagnosis to self-acceptance, highlighting themes of anxiety, shame, and the struggle with societal stigma. Drawing on her own experience with HPV, Nack reveals how these women navigate their identities, relationships, and future family aspirations, contributing to a crucial yet under-discussed conversation about chronic STDs.