Is there a reason why I am not feeling numb after the 2nd session of CoolSculpting?

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I don't feel any numb sensation after the 2nd session of coolsculpt on my inner thigh. The first session I was feeling numb for 3 weeks. I used a zeltiq coolsculpt machine. Any reason why am I not feeling any numb for the 2nd session of coolsculpt on my inner thigh?

Laura A. Katz, MD · Answer

Hello there Lin13750.  Numbness, tinging, pinching, burning are all possible side effects of CoolSculpting treatment. This means that some patients get these symptoms but not all do.  Those symptoms are not an indicator of how good your results will be.  The only way to know is to evaluate results at three months after treatment.  Long story short, don't worry about not having those symptoms.  It probably means nothing.  Here is some more information about Coolsculpting.

Edward Tangchitnob, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

Dear Lin13750,
It is possible that your body is becoming more accustomed to CoolSculpting. In addition, there may be less fat in the area with each successive treatment.
- Dr. Edward Tangchitnob

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and the helpful pictures. It appears in these photos at lest that you have a small amount of excess and punchable fat in the areas of concern, without significant laxity. While this could be treated by liposuction, it is a small amount and we would expect to see a good response to CoolSculpting.

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