Swelling and bruising 3 days after Venus Freeze. Is this normal?

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I had my first Venus Freeze treatment on Thursday. It was borderline painful and uncomfortable but not bearable (my board licensed dermatologist, who administered the VF, said I was one of the few people who had ever gone the whole time without stopping b/c it was too hot). So here is the thing, my abs (where I received the treatment) are pretty swollen and tender even almost 3 days later. I also have areas where there are kind of bruises -- almost mild burns (redish). Is this at all normal?

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, You must have a high pain threshold.  I would get back immediately to see your dermatologist to assess what is actually going on.  Many patients have some redness afterwards which passes in a few hours, so by all means, check it out right away.  All the best,"Dr. Joe"

Herbert H. Kollinger, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Venus Freeze uses thermal energy to induce fat reduction and skin tightening. During your treatment session, you may notice a warming sensation as the treatment safely and gradually heats up the treatment area. You should not experience any pain or discomfort. Any painful side effects that appear similar to burns are likely the result of improper treatment by an unqualified provider.

Be sure to contact your care provider right away to schedule an in-person evaluation of your side effects. In the future, always receive your treatments from a board-certified professional to ensure the utmost safety. Hope this helps!

Be sure to contact your care provider right away to schedule an in-person evaluation of your side effects. In the future, always receive your treatments from a board-certified professional to ensure the utmost safety. Hope this helps!

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

This is absolutely not normal and what your physician is describing it totally not normal (or ok!). The treatment is warm and comfortable, like a massage. Most patients relax and fall asleep even during treatments. It is very important to get to and maintain a specific temperature - but that temperature is warm and comfortable. Something is 100% wrong here. I have 2 machines, I do trainings in my office for Venus, and my staff has done over 12,000 procedures. Not one, NOT ONE, person has been burned or complained of excessive heat. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and 
cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Swelling and bruising 3 days after Venus Freeze. Is this normal?

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