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CLAIM YOUR PROFILESculpSure will not impact the IUD at all. It's affecting the subcutaneous fat cells only. It is very safe in this situation.
Board Certified OB-GYN
The procedure you describe most likely has nothing to do with the bloating, unless you were given heavy doses of antibiotics, which is unlikely. I would pursue other causes and not focus on the surgery.
Board Certified OB-GYN
You are correct, treating multiple areas at a single setting has not been shown to dramatically alter efficacy.
Board Certified OB-GYN
I am encouraged that you are seeing definite improvement. In my practice, about 10% of patients need additional treatments to achieve their goals. It may be you need to ask your doctor about follow up treatments. There are some situations where the discomfort may not be 100% resolved, but a substantial improvement can be a great benefit.
Board Certified OB-GYN
Part of the efficacy of the SculpSure is the reabsorption of the destroyed fat cells and that is based on an inflammatory reaction. The general recommendation is not to use any anti inflammatories for 6 weeks after the procedure.
Board Certified OB-GYN
This will not interfere with the healing process. We recommend abstaining from any penetration for about 6 weeks.
Board Certified OB-GYN
The device is set up to have an interrupt cycle for various reasons, but you will still get the benefit once it is reactivated. The only time the benefit will not be achieved is if the treatment cycle is prematurely terminated and not restarted.
Board Certified OB-GYN
MonaLisa Touch is currently not officially approved for Lichen treatment, however numerous studies have shown a positive effect. I suspect many of these clinical trials will soon be presented to gain approval by the FDA. My own experience has been positive when treating Lichen with the MonaLisa laser. It often takes more treatments than just for menopausal atrophy, but the results have been encouraging.
Board Certified OB-GYN
The key for you is checking to see the actual cause of the discomfort. That may only come from an exam. It may be MonaLisa related or it could be from something completely different. If it is from the MonaLisa I have used Aquaphor cream or lidocaine gel.
Board Certified OB-GYN
Most folks don't have significant discomfort for this length of time. Because the sensitivity of the tissue is different, there may be some variation, but I would get checked to make sure nothing else is contributing to the discomfort
Board Certified OB-GYN
The procedure was very fast and simple. They were very courteous and professional. I cannot wait to see my results! I will post more before and after pictures as time goes on. I will be having three treatments total and today was my first. I am having light incontinence issues a some laxity. I’m very excited to see how things turn out. Updated on 2 Dec 2018: The diameter and fullness is changing. Though my incontinence was not severe, I was very uncomfortable with the slight leakage I had. I am now experiencing a little less leakage which makes me feel somewhat better. Any improvement is better than none at all. I cannot wait to see how the second and third tree take. Updated on 19 Dec 2018: Today I had sex and it was no longer uncomfortable. It was very amazing and very moisturized! There was definitely more feeling and friction then before and I’m excited to see what the future holds.
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