Hi there. I'm a 39 year-old, and live in the UK. I have been dealing with Coccydynia for the last two years, which comes bundled with several symptoms. Over last year I have seen the main symptoms (such as muscular pains) start to abate as I believe I have been getting better. However, one symptom remains, and seems to be getting more prevalent - leading me to wonder if it is coccyx-related at all, as I always thought it was.
I would describe it as a burning/stinging sensation that starts at bottom of the natal cleft and encompasses my entire anal region. The whole area seems aggravated making it very uncomfortable - almost feels like I'm sitting on a balloon if I dare sit down. I have this about 80% of the time these days.
Now, I do have 2 minor fissures down there which in the past have only caused be minor pain for a few days, ie: they have not reached the sphincter and I do not have a problem passing. Doctor says they are 'superficial' and prescribed a stool softener and Rectogesic as she thinks my sphincter is too tight. Could they be the cause of this pain? One thing I have started to notice is I get a massive flare-up if I go swimming at the local pool. Could the chlorine cause such a reaction? It certainly seems so as I tested it out over 2 weeks and after both sessions it got worse.
Would appreciate your thoughts.