What can I do to fix my stomach after failed CoolSculpting? (Photo)

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For more details I would check my page on my recent review of CoolSculpting. I am almost 4 months post and am bigger in my stomach than I was before the procedure. I am 26 and have three children. The procedure most likely caused an array of issues that landed me in the hospital. It was a downward spiral from that point and it ended with a Pulmonary Embolism. Anyway, I'm now embarrassed to wear a bathing suit because I have a bulge! My hematologist said no to more CoolSculpting. Suggestions?

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.If you have had increased in fat in the treated area, this is best handled with liposuctionHowever, the PE puts you at surgical riskThe best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Peter J. Capizzi, MD · Answer

The concern is for your health.  If you had a paradoxical increase in fat, this can occur in rare instances.  The questions are: Did you have a blood condition prior to the procedure?  Did you have a hernia?  How many treatments and at what settings? These are all important.  The risk of a PE in someone awake for an hour long procedure is very rare.  There may be something underlying.Do you take BCPs?  These can cause a hypercoagulable state and have a higher incidence of PE than CS.

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