I'm taking Minocycline for acne at the moment and I just had my inner thigh sculpted last week. I'm wondering if taking antibiotics will decrease the inflammation caused by the procedure,which is what's suppose to happen, and therefore has a negative effect on seeing the result? Should I stop Minocycline for now?
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July 11, 2016
Answer: Minocycline OK with CoolSculpting
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Tina B. West, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Thank you for your question. CoolSculpting should not be done if you are pregnant. I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon for a CoolSculpting consultation 6 months after your pregnancy. This way, you can explain your concerns, learn more about the procedure, and determine if...
Coolsculpting is fabulous for reducing the fat in the inner and outer thighs. However, it will not help sagging skin. I often treat patients with Coolsculpting and Thermage for just this reason. Please consult an expert. Best, Dr Green
CoolSculpting safely destroys fat cells through a process called cryolipolysis ("freezing fat"), which are then naturally removed via the body's lymphatic system. Macrophages in the lymphatic system permanently eliminate these dead fat cells, after which they are excreted from the body...