Is it normal to suddenly get dizzy spells after the CoolSculpting procedure?

Question

I had my one and only coolsculpting session on my abdomen. It was pretty painful during the first few minutes of the procedure. I thought I was going to faint, but didn't. Now I'm noticing that I'm suddenly getting dizzy for no reason every now and then. I rarely ever got dizzy before I had the procedure, unless I was sick. Is this normal?

Philip Solomon, MD, FRCS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  It is not unusual to experience lightheadedness or dizziness during or immediately after a coolsculpting treatment. Sometimes this feeling is provoked from pain or nervousness surrounding the treatment, or simply the cryolipolysis process itself. Some people find sitting up too quickly can cause dizziness as well.  If you are experiencing ongoing episodes of dizziness it is best to follow up with your family doctor. Hope this helps. Dr. Philip Solomon

Ramandeep Sidhu, MD · Answer

Paint during the initial phase of treatment is common and is less with newer applicators. Feeling of fainting during that same period can happen. After the treatment fainting spells are not heard of. I recommend discussing that with your provider and could be two totally different issues.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This isn't a typical reaction after a Coolsculpting treatment. If it persists, I recommend following up with your Doctor for a formal evaluation. Keep in mind, some people need more than one treatment of Coolsculpting and 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 to improve your final results. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Even though some patients experience dizziness right after Coolsculpting treatment (happens from standing up to fast), symptoms should not persist for long period of time after treatment. I recommend having a follow up with your treating physician for an evaluation. Best of Luck!

Jennifer Harrington, MD · Answer

Although we've seen patients experience dizziness right after a CoolSculpting® treatment (often from simply standing up too fast after their session), symptoms shouldn't persist for as long as you describe. I recommend following up with your family physician to make sure there isn't another reason for your concerns. Best of luck to you.

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Is it normal to suddenly get dizzy spells after the CoolSculpting procedure?

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