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I understand that coolsculpting can not be done for someone on blood thinners?

dgoodnoDec 18, 2013
I take aggenox and cannot go without it as I am at risk for stroke due to a blood thickening disorder. I have had surgeries and colonoscopies without problem. Can I not have this procedure?

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