I would like to have coolsculpting done on my abdomen, mostly my stomach. I have not had children yet and would like to in the next few years. Will this procedure affect my fertility, ovarian reserve, or any of my reproductive organs? Seeing this is a relatively new procedure with no long term studies completed, we might not know what, if any, are the long term effects. Any help appreciated. Thanks, Kerri
Answer: CoolSculpting Will Not Affect Fertility CoolSculpting's cryolipolysis only destroys fat just below the skin, not surrounding or deeper tissues. The CoolSculpting procedure only affects the outermost layers of skin and fat. It does not reach the depth of organs, such as where the ovaries are situated. CoolSculpting is a way to eliminate fat simply with cold temperature. It is not a dangerous radiation that would have long-term consequences to your health or your future children. There have been no reported cases of delayed health issues with CoolSculpting in the over 10 years since it has been utilized in patients. Of course, during pregnancy or while nursing, it is not advisable to have any unnecessary medical procedures. If you are starting a family later in a few years, I see no risk to your undergoing CoolSculpting treatment now. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist to see if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting.
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Answer: CoolSculpting Will Not Affect Fertility CoolSculpting's cryolipolysis only destroys fat just below the skin, not surrounding or deeper tissues. The CoolSculpting procedure only affects the outermost layers of skin and fat. It does not reach the depth of organs, such as where the ovaries are situated. CoolSculpting is a way to eliminate fat simply with cold temperature. It is not a dangerous radiation that would have long-term consequences to your health or your future children. There have been no reported cases of delayed health issues with CoolSculpting in the over 10 years since it has been utilized in patients. Of course, during pregnancy or while nursing, it is not advisable to have any unnecessary medical procedures. If you are starting a family later in a few years, I see no risk to your undergoing CoolSculpting treatment now. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist to see if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Coolsculpting does not affect ovaries during fat loss
The CoolSculpting device does not freeze organs behind the abdominal muscle wall such as the ovaries. On the other hand, it has been well documented in the medical literature that some very thin women have had infertility difficulty related to a signficant loss of body fat. Such a small percent of fat could not be caused by just having CoolSculpting alone, but it wouldn't be recommended in a thin woman who already is having difficulty becoming pregnant without consulting one's gynecologist.
The information provided in Dr. Shelton's answer is for educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice. The information provided should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with a qualified health professional who may be familiar with your individual medical needs.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Coolsculpting does not affect ovaries during fat loss
The CoolSculpting device does not freeze organs behind the abdominal muscle wall such as the ovaries. On the other hand, it has been well documented in the medical literature that some very thin women have had infertility difficulty related to a signficant loss of body fat. Such a small percent of fat could not be caused by just having CoolSculpting alone, but it wouldn't be recommended in a thin woman who already is having difficulty becoming pregnant without consulting one's gynecologist.
The information provided in Dr. Shelton's answer is for educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice. The information provided should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with a qualified health professional who may be familiar with your individual medical needs.
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Answer: CoolSculpting - Most patients need a minimum of 2 treatments for the arms to see optimal results. Thank you for your question. Coolsculpting is a very safe procedure. However, all treatments have potential side effects, although with Coolsculpting they are very unlikely to occur. Your treating physician should discuss all potential side effects and expectations before your procedure. I hope this helps! About CoolSculpting: CoolSculpting is a revolutionary new way to melt fat that is completely pain free, requires no downtime, and can be completed in just one hour. This FDA-approved procedure is is perfect if you have been looking for a nonsurgical and pain-free alternative to liposuction. This new procedure has been clinically proven to help anyone who is searching for a surgery-free method to safely reduce fat that is located in problem areas. It works on various body parts and can now reduce fat from the neck area with the chin hand piece. The results are visible within 4-6 months and are permanent.
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Answer: CoolSculpting - Most patients need a minimum of 2 treatments for the arms to see optimal results. Thank you for your question. Coolsculpting is a very safe procedure. However, all treatments have potential side effects, although with Coolsculpting they are very unlikely to occur. Your treating physician should discuss all potential side effects and expectations before your procedure. I hope this helps! About CoolSculpting: CoolSculpting is a revolutionary new way to melt fat that is completely pain free, requires no downtime, and can be completed in just one hour. This FDA-approved procedure is is perfect if you have been looking for a nonsurgical and pain-free alternative to liposuction. This new procedure has been clinically proven to help anyone who is searching for a surgery-free method to safely reduce fat that is located in problem areas. It works on various body parts and can now reduce fat from the neck area with the chin hand piece. The results are visible within 4-6 months and are permanent.
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February 18, 2017
Answer: CoolSculpting Won't Affect Fertility One of the reasons that CoolSculpting is such a successful and safe treatment is that it only targets fat cells. It does not lower the temperature of skin or surrounding tissues sufficiently to have any effect on them aside from some possible short-term bruising, redness or soreness of the skin immediately after treatment. CoolSculpting does not reach below the fat level and cannot affect any organs – including the ovaries. Many of my patients have become pregnant after CoolSculpting. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist to see if you are a good candidate for CoolSculpting.
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February 18, 2017
Answer: CoolSculpting Won't Affect Fertility One of the reasons that CoolSculpting is such a successful and safe treatment is that it only targets fat cells. It does not lower the temperature of skin or surrounding tissues sufficiently to have any effect on them aside from some possible short-term bruising, redness or soreness of the skin immediately after treatment. CoolSculpting does not reach below the fat level and cannot affect any organs – including the ovaries. Many of my patients have become pregnant after CoolSculpting. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist to see if you are a good candidate for CoolSculpting.
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August 19, 2015
Answer: CoolSculpting CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure that targets and freezes fat cells in the skin, without damaging surrounding tissue or internal organs. CoolSculpting does not reach beyond fat cells in the skin, so it should not have any effect on a person’s fertility. That being said, we do not recommend CoolSculpting or any other fat reduction procedure be done if actively trying to become pregnant.
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August 19, 2015
Answer: CoolSculpting CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure that targets and freezes fat cells in the skin, without damaging surrounding tissue or internal organs. CoolSculpting does not reach beyond fat cells in the skin, so it should not have any effect on a person’s fertility. That being said, we do not recommend CoolSculpting or any other fat reduction procedure be done if actively trying to become pregnant.
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