I had Coolsculpting on my abdomen a week ago, I'm experiencing a severe burning with no relief. What can I do?

November 30, 2015
Asked By:Pyper68 in Beckley, WV

My abdomen is very sensitive, almost like it's bruised,at first ice packs would help, now they just make it worse. Heat was incredibly painful. It's just getting worse, I'm not able to sleep due to the pain. I also have a sensation of rubber bands popping inside my stomach. I'm very concerned. What should I do? Thank you

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Burning Pain After CoolSculpting

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