Tell them about your experience and then leave the floor open for any questions they may have. If they decide not to engage, be ok and move on.

When discussing your herpes diagnosis with a partner, it is essential to be open, honest, and compassionate. Here are some key points to share:

1. Explain that you have been diagnosed with genital or oral herpes and provide accurate information about the virus.

2. Describe how herpes can be transmitted through intimate contact (sexual or non-sexual) when symptoms are present or even when they're not.

3. Mention that there may be periodic outbreaks of sores but emphasize that medication and safe sex practices can help manage the condition effectively.

4.Provide reassurance by sharing common misconceptions regarding transmission rates outside of outbreaks as well as steps both partners could take for protection during intimacy

5.Educate them on signs/symptoms indicating an outbreak might occur & stress importance in communicating openly/working together towards finding solutions if issues related to this arise

Remember always encourage testing & support each other's health needs while seeking professional advice from healthcare providers