Fun times. I have had "butt pain" for years. I have learned to refine where the pain settles and have had a garden variety of tests. It is all very individual specific. In the past year I have had more specific diagnosis of different causes and potential treatments.

It is imperative as a patient to learn and understand how your body works. Doing so will aid in self-care and communication with your provider.

I am having surgery to correct one issue that is very specific and the provider (surgeon) has told me the expectations. I take it as my responsibility to become very engaged in the process moving forward. If I want to communicate with the surgeon, I take steps that will effectively do it.

Again, we all have different expectations and experiences. Management is the best way towards success.