Do I need to avoid certain foods for life after surgery for a chocolate cyst?

Generally, patients do not need to permanently avoid certain foods after surgery for chocolate cysts, although special attention to diet may be required for a period of time following the operation. If discomfort occurs, prompt medical consultation is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

Chocolate cyst surgery involves removing the cyst via laparoscopic surgery and clearing away the endometrial tissue on the cyst wall. Although this procedure is minimally invasive, patients still need to avoid certain foods for a while after surgery to prevent irritation of the wound, delay healing, or cause local infection or recurrence. During the first 1–2 weeks after surgery, consumption of spicy and stimulating foods such as chili peppers, Sichuan peppers, and garlic should be avoided, as well as cold foods and beverages like ice cream and iced drinks, which may stimulate the uterus, cause contractions, and interfere with wound healing.

However, as time passes and the wound heals gradually, the patient's diet can progressively return to normal; lifelong dietary restrictions are unnecessary. Nevertheless, to maintain overall health and help prevent recurrence of the condition, patients are advised to maintain a balanced diet over the long term, consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to ensure adequate intake of vitamins and minerals, and appropriately supplement protein to meet the body's nutritional needs.