I just discovered that i have genital herpes (herpes ii) and i am learning up on the virus as much as possible. by my cultural upbringing, people kiss each other on the cheek. will i infect anyone this way? what forms of kissing is acceptable?

If your diagnosis is only by blood test, you might not have HSV2, especially if you do not have symptoms of recurrent genital blisters or sores. If you do have HSV2, it is very unlikely you have the virus in or near your mouth, and no kind of kissing can transmit the infection. Find an STD or infectious diseases expert to conform your diagnosis and discuss prevention options. Good luck.

Kissing on the cheek does not pass Herpes unless either person has an outbreak of oral Herpes. Genital Herpes (type II) and Oral Herpes (type I) can both be found in the genital area and oral area in patients who have participated in oral sex. If you have never participated in oral sex either giving or receiving then highly unlikely you have any oral herpes and kissing with the mouth is fine.