It sounds like your ovarian cyst may have increased in size from 3 cm to 5.5 cm (the larger measurement). That certainly can be the cause of pain. Either that or the second test just got a better view of it and it was already that big. Frankly, it could have been causing pain at 3 cm. It varies by person whether they get pain from a cyst. Some get no pain while others get a lot. It depends on how it is situated and what pressure it is placing on other things.
How did they categorize the cyst? Simple, complex, dermoid? It makes a difference in how they view it in terms of treatment.
I don't know enough about cortical cysts, but 8mm is quite small. I think they also categorize these as simple or complex, and often leave simple ones alone.
I think you may need to go back to the ob/gyn with those results. You may be a good candidate to have the cyst removed. "Watch and wait" is the other option, but it means going back every few months for more ultrasounds (while you still have pain). Fibroids also have to be watched and if they worsen, that could also mean a potential need for surgery. Some ladies just decide to take care of multiple problems in a single surgery.
Good morning. Thanks for responding. They didn't categorize the cyst as either. I wrote in my post exactly what was on the report from the CT scan. I do have a follow-up with my ob/gyn on tomorrow and I have a copy of the CT scan report for my ob/gyn. The fibroids in women definitely run in my family. My mom, grandmom, and a few of my aunts, and cousins all have had partial or full hysterectomies (my cousins were younger than me and they had them before 30 years of age. While I haven't had any problems with me, maybe family history is finally catching up with me. I just want the madness to stop. Have a great day!
I know you posted this a few years ago...did you ever get diagnosed? I have pretty much the exact medical issues going on....in fact I could have written the comments you did 4+years ago. In pain...just had an ultrasound and ct done this week...same type of results.
I am desperate to find out what is going on with me...if you have any insight I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks