Unknown pregnancy. How will coolsculpting affect a baby?

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Did CS 3 weeks ago on thighs ( 3 h one side, 2 h another side). Just found out 9 weeks pregnancy. How will CS affect a baby? Very worried! Thanks

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Hi,There are no studies on pregnancy and coolsculpting. I recommend visiting your doctor for a check up and holding off on coolsculpting until after your pregnany and breast feeding. Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive  fat reduction for
the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage
applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed
onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and
typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal
results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the
patient's goals.  There is not downtime and the results can be impressive
in the right patient.  We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient
comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty
good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what.

My best,

Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM

Beverly Hills,
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Congratulations on your pregnancy. CoolSculpting on pregnant and breastfeeding women is contraindicated as not many studies have been conducted on this. However, the thigh treatments you have already done should not have had any negative impact on you or your baby. I would speak to your treating physician about your concerns and also completely refrain from CoolSculpting until after pregnancy/breastfeeding. All the best.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

although I would not suggest this during pregnancy it should really have no ultimate effect on your baby as this is only a local treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Emily Hartmann, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your pregnancy! Due to a lack of research on the effects of cool sculpting in pregnancy we cannot recommend it and are unable to accurately predict outcomes. Please see your cool sculpting provider to discuss this further.

Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

It is not advisible to have Coolsculpting done if you are pregnant and there have been no studies on pregnant women. It is best to consult with the physician who gave you the treatment.

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