Coolsculpting 8 months ago on my back below my bra line. I have slight discoloration and hardening.

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It looks worse then it did before I got the procedure done. Should I go back to the doctor? Is there anything that can be done now?

Robert Heck, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest reviewing your before and after photos with your treating provider. You should compare if you're at equal weight and review the pictures. If indeed you appear worse ask for their opinion on repeating the treatments. They should also assess you for any issues including paradoxical hyperplasia. best of luck.

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

Sorry to hear about your problem. Considering you don't mention that the area has more volume or fullness, the chances of paradoxical hyperplasia are minimal. I'd see your provider and let them examine you and take some after photos to compare. There may be some very easy treatments to improve this.Andrew Campbell, M.D.

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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with your Dr. to rule out paradoxical adipose hyperplasia, it is rare, but can be treated with a VASER hi def procedure. This type of fat is very fibrous and needs an energy based device to remove it. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

I would advise you to have an appointment with your provider since you may be experiencing paradoxical hyperplasia. If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not undergo another coolsculpting treatment. Good luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

I would advise you to have an appointment with your provider since you may be experiencing paradoxical hyperplasia. If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not be able to undergo another coolsculpting treatment. Good luck!

Coolsculpting 8 months ago on my back below my bra line. I have slight discoloration and hardening.

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Answer: If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not undergo another coolsculpting treatment.

Answer: If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not undergo another coolsculpting treatment.

Answer: Discoloration and hardening after coolsculpting

Answer: Discoloration and hardening after coolsculpting

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Coolsculpting 8 months ago on my back below my bra line. I have slight discoloration and hardening.

Answers (10)

Answer: If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not undergo another coolsculpting treatment.

Answer: If it is the case, you will have to have surgical procedure and you may not undergo another coolsculpting treatment.

Answer: Discoloration and hardening after coolsculpting

Answer: Discoloration and hardening after coolsculpting

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