re: High school wrestler catches herpes from the wrestling mat (with picture)

I wonder if he has toe thumbs.

It's not herpes if it's everywhere.

Probably an initial outbreak. Subsequent outbreaks are much more localized and can be difficult to spot. It won't have any more of an impact on that kid's sex life then a fever blister. A lot of people are carriers of the virus and don't have a clue because they have never had an outbreak. I agree that he probably got it wrestling, because it's on his forehead but he could have gotten it from a kid showing no symptoms of the virus and completely unaware that he had it. My guess is that a sizable portion of kids who have played football, lacrosse, rugby, basketball, etc have been exposed to herpes.

As far as wrestling being gay, if you're no good at the sport, then yes, you probably look gay trying to do it. Those that do it well don't look gay - they look scary as hell and like someone not to be crossed. More Kids should get involved because it builds toughness, a trait sorely lacking from the I-pad generation. But, it's easier for parents to go to the school Principal and claim their kids are being bullied. Good wrestlers are never bullied.