I have ibs-d daily. i suddenly started getting tailbone pain after a bad bout. it feels like a bad case of hemorrhoids. i see no blood. could this be a fissure? appointment with a dr in 2 weeks. what can i do in the meantime? hurts to sit (tailbone)

Proctologist: I recommend consulting a proctologist for diagnosis, treatment and proper follow-up care. You may be dealing with inflammation of the rectum or internal hemorrhoids. Anal fissures usually cause discomfort on defecating. Has a gastroenterologist evaluated your chronic diarrhea? A fodmap diet may be helpful in irritable bowel syndrome.