I had 2 batholin's cysts and they both got infected. I had to get both of them lanced. The pain of the lancing procedure is well worth it because you feel much better after the whole thing is done. The first cyst I had was the size of an egg and I couldn't walk right and I couldn't sit down so I was uncomfortable no matter what I did. It is horrible. If your cyst hurts, I recommend getting it lanced as soon as possible. (: