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Didn't work out for me

UPDATED FROM Estee Bee

It's been over 7 months since i got this done. I...

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Estee BeeSeptember 17, 2012
$1,399
It's been over 7 months since i got this done. I had been super excited about it since i was the perfect candidate for this procedure (over all skinny with a pouch). It really pains me to say it didn't work for me at all. I had really high hopes for this procedure as the technology made sense and really convinced me. Not sure what i am going to do now :( i've considered liposonix, but am not as convinced by it.

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I was seen by an Aesthetician with whom I had a 30 min consult before the procedure. She was very thorough and answered all my questions. During the procedure, she explained everything to me and allowed me to be comfortable with the procedure before moving ahead with it. Towards the end, I was given a massage on my treated area and they let me hang around for a while and were in no rush to get me out the door. The Aesthetician even called a cab for me which was very nice of her. Both the Aestheticians at the spa were really nice and professional. My only qualm is with the doctor , who should have prescribed me the medication with the procedure instead of me having to call back. because from what I've been told, once the pain starts, the medication isn't that effective (which is also what i am experiencing right now)

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UPDATED FROM Estee Bee

Day 9: The pins and needles pain is now gone. The...

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Estee BeeFebruary 20, 2012
Day 9: The pins and needles pain is now gone. The treated area is still in pain though and just feels weird when touched. At this point I certainly can't be touched there at all so I am still recovering. I had my last Neurontin Saturday night and I don't think I'll be needing any more ( I hope). It's obviously too early to notice any difference right now, so i will write another update in a few weeks.

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K_at_RealSelf
February 23, 2012

Hi Soniak, thanks for sharing your experience with us. How are you doing now, is the pain any better?

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Estee Bee
February 25, 2012
It's been 2 weeks and the pain is almost gone now. The area is still a little sensitive though but the shooting unbearable pins and needles pain is completely gone. Was itchy yesterday and a little today. I only needed the neurontin for 3 days (day 5, 6 and 7). Would have liked to start it on day 4 if I had access to it at that time. I think it's high time Zeltiq give us an accurate picture of the recovery. Based on the comments here, the recovery is not pain free for a lot of ppl, def more than 1- 1000
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hopeful39
July 15, 2014
I'm on day 8. Pain is really bad. Doctor prescribed noro and motrin but it really doesn't work. Doctor told me if the norco's didn't work they would give me the neurotin. But I'm a little afraid it will effect the outcome the results. As I have read that some prescriptions can effect it. Can Anyone who took neurotin give me some feedback? Thanks so much. This posting has been helpful.
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SandyIndfld
February 25, 2012
I had Coolsculpting done in Florida about six months ago. I also developed severe discomfort after the procedure and was prescribed neurontin by the doc. I asked him why he didnot prescribe at the time of treatment and he said that the incidence of this type of pain is extremely low - about 1 in 2,000. He felt that prescribing a powerful drug like this to everyone getting the treatment would border on malpractice. I spoke to my general practitioner and she told me the same thing. The discomfort was gone in about seven days and luckily I love my results.
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waitingandwaiting
July 24, 2012
I had cool sculpting done on my luv handles 6 days ago. I have had pain of varying degrees everyday. I am fairly fit, but seem to have accumulated fat around my middle that I can't seem to diet or exercise off. I don't generally bruise easily and did bruise quite a bit. I am still numb, have transient itching and dull to moderate pain all the time. I am most frustrated that I seem to be bigger in the treatment areas than before! My skin/fat hangs over my clothes worse than ever!! When will I get back to the pre-op me??? --I know the fat destruction takes 2-3 months, but how long before I will be back to normal? I understand some inflammation is involved, but for how much longer? I wish someone at the doctor's office had mentioned compression...I actually bought a girdle at a vintage store on the 4th day and it really helps with pain while I'm wearing it. I don't wear it more than about 3-4 hours a day, as I am not sure if it will effect my circulation and healing. Can someone comment or answer me on these points?
UPDATED FROM Estee Bee

Yesterday (Day 4), was really bad. I woke up in...

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Estee BeeFebruary 16, 2012
Yesterday (Day 4), was really bad. I woke up in the middle of the night because of the pain. I was in pain all day. Felt like someone was repeatedly stabbing me with needles. The pain varied in intensity and occurred in small bursts all over the treated area. Because the pain wasn't continuous, I was also palpitating, probably from the anticipation of getting stabbed. My uncle has shingles so I finally know how he feels like. I'll try to be nicer to him, next time we meet. I called up the spa and the doctor there prescribed 300 mg of Neurontin twice a day for 7 days. That's 14 pills in total. I usually avoid pain medication like the plague so I haven't touched them yet.

Day 5: Woke up at 5:00 AM because of the pain. Tied a scarf around my waist to provide some support. Helped a little. While getting dressed in the morning, I wore panty hose with a control top, under my pants (it's too cold). My stomach is compressed and feels a little better than yesterday. I've brought the medication with me to work, in case I break down (I am basically on the verge ). I read online that ppl use it for recreational use. hmmm I see potential of making some money off of these :p

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