The morning after coolsculpting I had a painful mass, the size of a tangerine with defined edges. It hurt. I was told to massage it and increase my fluids. Ibuprofen was adequate for pain. Five days later it is smaller, large golf-ball size, and only tender to the touch. It moves up and down when I swallow like a "ribbiting" frog. The staff from the clinic were baffeled. I'm hoping this is something that will resolve? Wondering if I should keep doing the massaging and how long before it is gone?
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December 5, 2017
Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--painful mass after Coolsculpting
Hi doraines, CoolSculpting has produced good results. You are at your ideal body weight and only have pockets of fat. Infared has not produced outstanding results. CoolScultpting complements your healthy lifestyle. All the best, Justin Harper, M.D.
What you are describing are very normal side effects to expect with CoolSculpting and can last anywhere from 1 to 4 weeks. Usually with our patients the swelling/tenderness last for 1 to 2 weeks, but the numbness seems to last 3 to 4 weeks. Best of luck with your Treatments!
