Can I Use a Numbing Cream (Like Neuragen) After Coolsculpting?

I had CoolSculpting done 6 days ago.... Device #8 was used in my lower abdomen area..... My abdominal area is swollen, and I have this painfull needle-like sensation. Also, my stomach is so tender than I cannot stand having pants on. I cannot be sitting down or walk for long periods of time. My doctor prescribed me some tylenol-cod, but it has not help at all. I was wondering if I could use a numbing cream on my abdominal area to relief the pain? Or what else could I use to easy the pain?

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CoolSculpting Pain - How to manage discomfort after CoolSculpting

The experience you describe is something that few people experience following a CoolSculpting procedure. I'm sorry you had so much discomfort. Prior to your next treatment you may wish to ask if the physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner in the practice would prescribe Neurontin if this occurs again. During the CoolSculpting procedure, there will be intense cooling for a few minutes. Some people find this uncomfortable, but the area soon becomes numb and people can relax and... more

Michael Law, MD

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Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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Numbing cream after coolsculpting

In our practice, we offer lidocaine patches when pain on the abdomen occurs but reassurance regarding the temporary nature is often what is necessary as we have never seen it last.

Steven Hacker, MD

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West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

Pain and Tingling after CoolSculpting

Thank you for your question. The discomfort and needle sensations are common (especially when the abdominal area is treated) and it should subside on it's own with time. I would think that the tylenol w/ codeine should help but if it is not helping, I would recommend that you go and see your doctor so that he/she can make sure all is well.

Numbing cream use after CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting, when done appropriately, does not usually result in long lasting pain, tenderness, or areas of redness. These side effects usually diminish, on their own, by about day 7, post-procedure. If you are having enough pain and tenderness, after your CoolSculpting, that you cannot put your pants on, after day 6 post-procedure, and the Tylenol cold is not beginning to help with your symptoms, it may be time to contact your physician to get further instructions... more