I'd advise you to be a squeaky wheel with your second opinion CRS to see if you can get an earlier appointment. It makes sense that you'd have to wait to get in to see him if he's that popular but people cancel all the time.
I have had my AF for some time now but cannot pinpoint exactly when it started. The bleeding and intense pain came on a few months ago and I kept ignoring it. When I went to see my CRS in Orlando Last week, he said I must have it fixed otherwise I'm at risk for lots of side effects like Fistulas and abscesses. So my surgery is scheduled for the 11th. I will do my best to post about my experience daily so you can follow my progress if you wish. I have 21mo twins so I have to heal fast!!!! Do your Sitz baths now and rest when you can. And the less pressure down there the better, especially after surgery from what I understand. GL :D