Is abdomen CoolSculpting okay for someone with an insulin pump that is usually worn on the stomach/safe for type 1 diabetics?

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I was recently told that Coolsculpting is not recommended for someone with type 1 diabetes because it is not as effective if you are insulin dependent. Can an insulin pod for the pump be placed back on the stomach area and not effect the insulin absorption? Of course, the pod can be placed on other areas of the body, but wondering how long someone would have to wait for it to be placed back on the abdomen area.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you have small problem areas you can use non invasive methods like coolsculpting with vanquish to get small areas of fat reduced.  Skin also tightens if you combine this with exilis ultra or venus legacy radiofrequency treatments.  You boost the results from coolsculpting if you add in radiofrequency.  We also combine coolsculpting with radiofrequency and shock therapy like Z wave and cellutone to get even faster results, more improvement, and less risk of combinations like nodules, swelling, neuropathy or paradoxical hyperplasia.  Diabetes has no effect on coolscupting. Best, Dr. Emer.

Vinay Aggarwal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You should be able to have Coolsculpting, but I recommend following up with your endocrinologist. You pump may need to be moved during treatment. CoolSculpting is a great alternative to undergoing an invasive procedure, such as liposuction and has no long-term negative side effects. There is no down time, no risk of infection and you can achieve up to a 40% reduction with a retreatment of the same area. You'll need to have a consultation to determine how many treatments is recommended to get your desired results. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a Coolsculpting-certified practitioner. All the best, Dr. Dr. Aggarwal

Simon Liubinas, MBBS · Answer

As far as I am aware, there is no evidence that Coolsculpting is less effective in people with either Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. It would be safest to discuss the treatment with your endocrinologist beforehand, and ensure that your blood sugar levels are optimally managed prior to your treatment. I’d recommend having your treatment in a clinic where a doctor is on hand in case of a hypo. I’d also recommend using your insulin pump on an area that is not being treated for a few hours before the treatment, and wouldn’t put it back onto the treated area until all of the bruising and tenderness from the Coolsculpting has fully resolved.

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