I am a Hepatitis B carrier, have a relative low virus count, and is currently taking Viread. Is CoolSculpting safe for me? When I did a search for CoolSculpting and Hepatitis, the only one that is related to it is an answer for Hepatitis C, regarding a medical condition called "cryoglobulins". I am not familiar with "cryoglobulins", is it a skin condition? If my skin is currently fine, does it mean it's ok for me to undergo CoolSculpting?
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February 19, 2014
Answer: Hepatitis B carrier and Sacramento Coolsculpting
I doubt you mean the true underarms or axillae, possibly the fat pads near the underarms. The applicators for CoolSculpting may not fit the underarm areas.I would be concerned about nerve sensitivity and numbness there. It has been used off-label, especially with the new flat applicator on the...
Medicare does not cover this procedure because this is a cosmetic procedure. My office offers care credit to help with the cost. Best of luck,
Sheila Nazarian
Hi Naveena,
Each CoolSculpting cycle takes approximately one hour to complete and you should start to see results in about a month (full result by three months.) The number of cycles required will depend on your existing size and personal goals. Your doctor should review these with you...
