Damaged Goods?: Women Living with Incurable Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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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.