I've had a LOT of experience with this type of thing. I've found that if your problem is too complicated or a pain to deal with, doctors pretend not to see it. Most of them shrug and insist it must be something that you are doing wrong. Don't settle for that kind of doctor. If you ever need surgery or a procedure done/referred by him, you'll worry yourself sick about the possibility that he will mess up something and you'll be stuck with the consequences for life. I've found that my gut reaction to nearly every doctor I've ever had has been spot-on. If you need a good internist or general practitioner, I can make a few recommendations. When you see a doctor and need a referral, ask him who he would see if he had your problem. Don't necessarily settle for someone in the same clinic. I've had numerous doctors, and finally have a core group of them that I trust. It is SO important that you can trust their advice. Also, in my opinion, try to find someone that has a conservative treatment plan. Don't trust a doctor that, in an initial appointment, recommends surgery. There are frequently many non-surgical solutions to non-acute problems (such as physical therapy). I hope this helps.