nearing two years into my current relationship-- the healthiest one i've maintained and intend to keep for the rest of my life. to really answer your question: i've always been very forthright abt my conditions within the dating scene. i usually tell potential partners when they start to consider being exclusively, romantically involved with me (as i'm monogamous) or whenever questions arise abt my health. having similarities is definitely a plus but that won't always happen. i think the most important part (for myself) was to communicate my needs and leave room for discussion, if there's curiosity abt accomodations and support. making it a conversation lessens the discomfort