Is itching normal after CoolSculpting?

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I had coolsculpting done 6 days ago and yesterday I started to get extremely itchy. I was told itchy would be normal in the spots that I had cs done, but it's not the areas I had it done that itch. my entire body itches, Is this normal? Is there anything I can take to relieve the itching?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Please see your doctor as itching is usually most common in the treated areas. This may or may not be related to coolsculpting. Your doctor would be able to advise you best.Regards,

Himansu Shah, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. It is not unusual to have itching post Coolsculpting procedure and I would recommend to apply lotion. Also I would recommend for you to follow up with your board certified physician. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Itching can be a common side effect after Coolsculpting and can last a a few weeks after your procedure. Keep in mind, it will take 3-6 months for final results with Coolsculpting. For best results with Coolsculpting, I recommend a combination approach. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. VASER with ThermiRF is a great alternative. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Susan Van Dyke, MD · Answer

Generalized itching after CoolSculpting is not something that our patients have experienced in the many years that we have been performing this procedure.  Localized itching can occur just as a result of local cooling and rewarming of the skin.  It is temporary and not of concern.  I would consider other causes if the itching occurs all over the body.

Garry K. Kim, MD · Answer

Hi,
It's not typical to have itching in areas that weren't treated by CoolSculpting.  It may be that your immune system is on hyperalert because of the treatment and it's triggered a reaction in your body.  It also could be that you are reacting to something completely unrelated to CoolSculpting.  The itching that you get from CoolSculpting is treated with either a topical or oral antihistamine like benadryl.  You should be aware that if you take an oral antihistamine like benadryl, you may experience drowsiness.  We typically caution people against driving (or operating heavy machinery) after taking medications such as benadryl.
Hope this helps
Dr. Garry K. Kim

Is itching normal after CoolSculpting?

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Answer: Itching after CoolSculpting can happen in the areas treated. It is temporary

Answer: Itching after CoolSculpting can happen in the areas treated. It is temporary

Answer: Not Usual to Have Itching in Nontreated areas

Answer: Not Usual to Have Itching in Nontreated areas

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Is itching normal after CoolSculpting?

Answers (10)

Answer: Itching after CoolSculpting can happen in the areas treated. It is temporary

Answer: Itching after CoolSculpting can happen in the areas treated. It is temporary

Answer: Not Usual to Have Itching in Nontreated areas

Answer: Not Usual to Have Itching in Nontreated areas

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