This is the first time that I've posted here. I am really worried that I might be experiencing my first outbreak. About two weeks ago, I went to the beach and got a wicked sunburn on my back. Then, at the beginning of this week I've had some itching in my groin area. Yesterday I noticed some small red zit-like bumps on my butt, not close to the vaginal area, but sort of middle of my cheeks - they're not painful and not blister looking. I've done some research and I haven't experienced any flu-like symptoms but I do have some neck pain. I've made a doctor's appointment for Monday and plan on getting bloodwork. Does this sound typical of herpes? I'm planning on telling my boyfriend this weekend that I will be going to the doctor's on Monday, but I'm a little concerned that he might think that I've cheated on him - I have not - but we have been dating for 3 years and this has just shown up. How could I have gotten this? Could he have cheated? Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

similar problem i guess, i think i'm expiriencing my first outbreak too. i don't have any flu like symtoms either, but there was some redness down there and i'm unsure of any bumps, but now there is scabbing and again unsure about pussing, but sometimes it hurts/burns and itches, this has all been within four days, i'm getting checked on wednesday. i've been with my boyfriend for a year now and this is the first sign of anything. as soon as i noticed something was wrong i said something to him about me thinking it was a STD and he actually looked up all sorts of information for me on herpes, chlamydia, etc.... he was very supportive and helpful, so if i were you i would mention something right away and you guys should discuss what your concerned that it is, and ask him if he's cheated and tell him no matter what its important that he tells the truth because this could be something serious. thats what me and me boyfriend did and it seems to be working out so far. hope this helps a little :) :confused:

The best thing to do is see a doctor. Good luck.