I'm a 46 yr old male in about as good as shape as I can get but still have pretty large love handles from when I was a heavy kid. Went on Coumadin at 40 from PE....found I have genetic prothrombin gene 20210a mutation (factor II ). I have no problems with Coumadin...do not bleed more, do not bruise any worse, fast cardio & weights daily and INR stable for 6 years...no changing doses. Can I have cool sculpting; if not, can I come off & do lovenox regime until day of procedure? Thanks much!
August 9, 2012
Answer: Coolsculpting and Coumadin
Greetings~
Patients can have some bruising when doing Coolsculpting sojust know that your chances of bruising would likely be increased. Bruising does not effect results in any way but it is definitely something to consider if you are planning to be shirtless soon after treatment and don't want to have an explaining to do about rectangular bruises on your sides. Always best to run any treatments you are considering by the physician that is managing your coumadin therapy as an abundance of caution.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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August 9, 2012
Answer: Coolsculpting and Coumadin
Greetings~
Patients can have some bruising when doing Coolsculpting sojust know that your chances of bruising would likely be increased. Bruising does not effect results in any way but it is definitely something to consider if you are planning to be shirtless soon after treatment and don't want to have an explaining to do about rectangular bruises on your sides. Always best to run any treatments you are considering by the physician that is managing your coumadin therapy as an abundance of caution.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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August 6, 2012
Answer: Coolsculpting is safe if on Coumadin
There has been no reported adverse reactions if on Coumadin when having Coolsculpting. The only side effect is the possibility of increased brusing which subsides within a couple of weeks. This would be a great option for you to reduce unwanted fat safely.
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August 6, 2012
Answer: Coolsculpting is safe if on Coumadin
There has been no reported adverse reactions if on Coumadin when having Coolsculpting. The only side effect is the possibility of increased brusing which subsides within a couple of weeks. This would be a great option for you to reduce unwanted fat safely.
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