Sorry I havent updated -- had my specialist appointment on June 16 and thorough examination revealed that the AF had healed! Apparently the pain I am now experiencing is cramping caused by extremely tight sphincter and aggravated by anxiety and stress. Since being told that I calmed down and my pain has become much less frequent. Now I know it is cramping, I dont panic and just accept it and it seems to go away quite quickly.
The specialist did prescribe rectogesic ointment if the cramping becomes too bad. I havent needed it yet but will use if I need it.
So very happy right now. Thanks to the forum for the support.