These contraindications are important for the safety and effectiveness of fat freezing. If you have any of these conditions, it’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional before considering the treatment.
- Cryoglobulinemia, Cold Agglutinin Syndrome, or Paroxysmal Cold Hemoglobinuria: These are medical conditions where cold temperatures can cause adverse effects on your body. Fat freezing may not be safe for individuals with these conditions.
- Children Under 6 Years Old or Individuals Under 18 Years Old Without Parental Consent: For safety reasons, fat freezing is generally not recommended for young children without parental consent. The minimum age may vary.
- Third Trimester of Pregnancy, Labor, or Lactation: Fat freezing is not suitable during the later stages of pregnancy, labor, or while breastfeeding.
- Severe Hypertension: Individuals with uncontrolled high blood pressure should avoid fat freezing, as the treatment may not be safe.
- Sensitivity to Cold, like Cold Urticaria, Raynaud’s Disease, or Frostbite: Conditions that make you highly sensitive to cold can lead to adverse reactions during fat freezing.
- Allergies to Fructose, Glycerol, Isopropanol, or Propylene Glycol: If you’re allergic to any of these substances, fat freezing may not be suitable, as they are used in the treatment process.
- Compromised Peripheral Circulation in Treatment Areas: Fat freezing may not be recommended for areas with poor blood circulation.
- Neurological Conditions, Impaired Skin Sensation: Conditions like postherpetic neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, or impaired skin sensation may not be compatible with fat freezing.
- Open or Infected Wounds: You should not undergo fat freezing if you have open wounds or infections in the treatment area.
- Hemorrhagic Disorders or Use of Blood Thinners: If you have a bleeding disorder or are taking blood thinners, fat freezing may not be safe due to potential complications.
- Recent Surgery or Significant Scar Tissue in the Treatment Area: If you’ve had recent surgery or have significant scar tissue in the treatment area, fat freezing may not yield the desired results.
- Presence of a Hernia in or Near the Treatment Area: If you have a hernia in or near the treatment area, fat freezing may not be suitable.
- Skin Conditions like Eczema, Dermatitis, or Rashes in the Treatment Area: Skin conditions can be aggravated by fat freezing, so it’s not recommended if you have these conditions.
- Implantable Medical Devices: The safety of fat freezing directly over implantable medical devices like pacemakers or defibrillators is unknown, so caution is advised.
- Liver Dysfunction: Individuals with liver dysfunction may not be suitable candidates for fat freezing.
