I thought I was the only single person on the boards. Its an interesting question to ask. Thankfully for the most part I have been stable for about a year with a few exceptions here or there. What I try and do is make dates that don't involve eatin at least in the beginning. I also try and make the dates after work so usually my stomach is ok. Eventually if I meet up a couple of times and gain a comfort/trust level I can tell the girl about my IBS. I have never encountered anyone having a problem with my IBS. Maybe I have been lucky but all women I have dated were understanding. As for men, I can't speak for us but I wouldn't have a problem with a gal telling me she has IBS, but then again, I have IBS!