I found out yesterday and all I can think about is dying and

Physical Health Sexually Transmitted Infections
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I found out yesterday and all I can think about is dying and how my life will never be the same. So ashamed of myself and dirty

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It's not something that you chose to have. Don't beat yourself up. Solution: acceptance and perseverance

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What @deryan44 said. Sooner or later it wont be on your mind as much.

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The only reason you feel as awful as you, and me, and everyone else feels as awful as you do is because of the stigma. The reality is, it's just a skin condition that might make you sick sometimes. You can manage and treat the symptoms. and there are so many more diagnoses that could be worse! I know it's hard to hear initially, I got diagnosed two days ago. But i've already done so much research and discovered the realities of the condition: it sucks but it isn't a death sentence, and it certainly isn't your fault. I'm already feeling more hopeful from becoming educated and talking to other people. Don't let the stigma get you down. You are you and you are wonderful, that will not change.

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I felt the same way when I was diagnosed. I felt disgusting and almost like damaged goods, but I realized that I am still me. I still have qualities in myself that are not going to change because I have physical skin condition. You should not feel so badly about yourself because there are tons of us who are going through it. Plus, it's more common than you think! Your life may not be quite the same, but life is full of changes. Just look at it is as an adjustment, but not something life altering. Smile a little. It will get better!

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