Is bleeding (period like) normal after CoolSculpting procedure?

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I had coolsculpting 2 days ago,on stomach,abdomen area,I'm on warfarin and Depo shot,haven't had a period for 12 yrs and today I started bleeding ,Is this normal?

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

I am sorry you are not feeling well. I would contact your OBGYN Doctor and get an appointment as soon as possible.

My best,

Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM

Beverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

John K. Wakelin III, MD, FACS · Answer

I would seek evaluation with your physician and OBGYN. This is not normal following cool sculpting. In my practice we don't treat patients on Warfarin with Cool Sculpting however I am assuming you spoke with your Nurse or MD about this prior to Cool Sculpting? However, I don't believe that Cool Sculpting should cause your symptoms because it only treats and pull subcutaneous tissue in the cup but Zeltiq hasn't studied patients outcomes who are on Blood Thinners. Definitely visit with you Doctor. Best of Luck.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. This is not normal. Coolsculpting does not go deep enough to affect the uterus. I urge you to discuss this with your treating physician.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. This is not normal. Coolsculpting does not go deep enough to affect the uterus. I urge you to discuss this with your treating physician.

Michelle Ellern, DO · Answer

Please follow up with your treating physician and your OBGYN for a full evaluation.  Please let us know how everything turns out.

Is bleeding (period like) normal after CoolSculpting procedure?

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