Health Organization for Pudendal Education

Violet, I'm unsure. Honestly I've been really struggling trying to deal with all of this. Trying to go into the physical therapy with a positive attitude, but it's tough.

Hi Violet, I actually just saw a urologist yesterday that is saying it's "pelvic floor dysfunction" and he ordered some physical therapy with a pelvic floor PT. I'm hoping that is all it is as well, but we'll see how the PT goes. My mind has been kind of all over the place lately - but I'm...

Dr. Attaman in Seattle seems to be in-network, and I've read good things about him. This may be my only option at this point. I would prefer not to travel but if that's what it takes..

I also just called Dr. Castillo @ Arizona Neuromodulation Center, and they do not take my insurance. So, another dead end there.

I've called the offices of Dr. Hibner and Dr. Castellanos and they said they are not taking male patients. I was able to get them to email me some information about some other doctors that may be of some help. I'm getting very discouraged that it seems no one can help. She also said a lot of the tre...

Thanks so much for the note, Violet. That definitely makes me feel better. I'll contact Dr. Hibner and get a referral for a physical therapist and go from there.

I can understand that dread of just not knowing what is wrong. Doctors always say "when you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras." We're the zebras. Also, if it does turn out to be PN/PNE, you're lucky to live in Phoenix (I do too!). We have two wonderful specialists, Dr. Hibner and D...

Hey guys, I joined the site last night, and wanted to introduce myself. My name is Tom and I am 27 years old - I live in Phoenix, AZ but am originally from Chicago. I've been experiencing pain/discomfort/irritation in the perineal, scrotal and anal area for about 5-6 weeks now. I'm still in the proc...