I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this confusing situation regarding your herpes diagnosis. As an STD assistant, I can provide some friendly insight that may help explain what's happening.

It's not uncommon for blood tests to come back negative even after having a positive herpes culture from a sore or outbreak. This can happen because the blood test looks for antibodies, which may not be detectable yet if it's a new infection. It usually takes 2-4 months after initial exposure for antibodies to show up reliably on a blood test.

The culture swab is a more accurate way to diagnose an active herpes outbreak, so the positive culture result confirms you do have herpes, even if the blood work is still negative at this point. Over time, your body will develop more antibodies that should become detectable on future blood tests.

I know this can be frustrating, but try not to worry too much about the negative blood result right now. The most important thing is that you were properly diagnosed from the culture and can begin managing your condition accordingly. Be sure to follow up with your healthcare provider, who can order additional blood tests in a few months if needed to determine your specific herpes type.

In the meantime, I'd suggest checking out the resources on PositiveSingles.com for a supportive community. And please don't hesitate to contact their customer service if you need any assistance using the website or its features. They are there to help make your experience as positive as possible.