What is a P-Shot?
A Priapus Shot® (P-Shot®) is an experimental type of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection for treating conditions that affect your penis and increasing sexual performance. In other parts of the body, healthcare providers typically use PRP injections to help treat injured:
In those instances, providers use a needle to remove blood from a vein (usually an arm) and separate the platelets from the rest of your blood. Platelets help your blood clot and heal wounds. They then inject your own platelets into the damaged area of your body to promote healing. During a P-Shot, providers inject the platelet-rich plasma directly into your penis.
There are many claims about the benefits of P-Shots for penile-related conditions, including erections.
However, these reports aren’t from healthcare providers or medical researchers. Clinical trials don’t show that the P-Shot improves erections, and it’s expensive. But there aren’t many side effects to the P-Shot.
What does the P-Shot do?
So far, there isn’t any good evidence that the P-Shot helps treat penile-related conditions. Some claim that the P-Shot helps increase blood flow to your penis and repairs body tissues and cells, which can help with the following conditions:
- Erectile dysfunction (ED). ED is when you can’t get or keep an erection that’s hard enough for sexual intercourse. There’s good scientific evidence that shows the P-Shot can’t treat ED.
- Peyronie’s disease. Peyronie’s disease is when scar tissue builds up in your penis (usually after an injury to your erect penis) and causes it to bend or curve. It can be painful, and it may make sexual intercourse for you or your partner difficult or impossible. There’s currently no good scientific evidence about using the P-Shot with Peyronie’s disease.
- Lichen sclerosus. Lichen sclerosus can cause itching, irritation, white or shiny skin, blisters, cracks or scarring on your penis. There currently isn’t any good scientific evidence about using the P-Shot with lichen sclerosus.
Some claims also allege that the P-Shot can help increase sensation and pleasure during sexual intercourse, including greater ejacul*tion control. But there’s no scientific evidence to support this claim.
Does the P-Shot increase penis size?
Some claim that the P-Shot can increase penis length and girth by design. They may inject more platelet-rich plasma into the base penis, shaft or head (glans) of your penis according to where you would like to see results. This claim isn’t supported by any scientific evidence.
Who is a good candidate for the P-Shot?
Overall, even though PRP is helpful in other parts of the body, research hasn’t shown that the P-Shot is beneficial for penile-related symptoms. Be aware that the procedure is expensive, and you may not get the results you desire. If you still choose to get a P-Shot, it’s important to feel comfortable with the possibility that it may not work.
FAQs
The P-Shot involves taking platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from your blood and injecting it into your penis. This means your doctor takes your cells and tissues and injects them into your penile tissues to promote tissue growth and purportedly give you better erections. The most popular form is called the Priapus Shot.
Does the p Shot actually work? ›
There are many claims about the benefits of P-Shots for penile-related conditions, including erections. However, these reports aren't from healthcare providers or medical researchers. Clinical trials don't show that the P-Shot improves erections, and it's expensive.
How do you maximize P Shot results? ›
A penis pump will be used for the best results. We recommend the use of a penis pump for at least 15 minutes immediately after treatment to further distribute the PRP and then continue the use of the penis pump daily for at least SIX WEEKS afterward to achieve optimal results.
How long does it take for the p Shot to work? ›
How Long Does the P Shot Take to Work? Some patients report increased feeling within 24 hours of having the procedure, but the majority of men can expect to start seeing results within 4-8 weeks after treatment.
Are p Shot results permanent? ›
It is worth noting that results are not permanent due to the fact that ageing plays a part in this issue and you will still continue to age, so if you want to maintain your P-Shot results, you will need to repeat the treatment after about 18 months.
What does the P shot cost? ›
What is the Cost of P Shot? The exact cost for a P-Shot can be anywhere from several hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars per session. That being said, the P-Shot treatment is one of the more cost-effective solutions compared to other ED treatments since it's an outpatient procedure.
Do you need a pump with the P shot? ›
While the P shot has been proven effective on its own, results may be optimized when combined with a penile pump. This medical-grade device creates a vacuum around the penis and promotes blood flow to the area. This protocol involves using the pump each day for 30 minutes for six weeks after your treatment.
Can I take Viagra after a p-Shot? ›
Can I still take Viagra if I get the P-Shot? Yes, it's possible to continue using Viagra or other oral medications for erectile dysfunction after receiving the P-Shot.
Is the p Shot painful? ›
The procedure is not something dreamed up during the Spanish Inquisition. It's safe, painless and the benefits are well worth getting past the unfounded fear. Unlike other treatments, the P-Shot lasts at least 18 months and is permanent in some cases.
What are the side effects of the P Shot? ›
What Are the Potential Side Effects of the P-Shot®? Since PRP is extracted from your own blood, there are few and only minor potential side effects. These include minor bleeding or bruising, swelling, and very rarely infection.
AVOID the Systemic use of corticosteroids for 2 weeks after the procedure. AVOID Alcohol and Cigarettes for 5 days after the procedure. EAT a healthy diet and HYDRATE very well – at least 64 ounces of clean fresh water. Receive prescription from pharmacy if provided.
What are the gains from the P Shot? ›
The P-Shot can address the symptoms of ED by improving blood flow, promoting tissue growth and regeneration, and increasing penile sensitivity. Each of these factors can lead to increased sexual performance, longer-lasting erections, more firm erections, and overall improved erectile function.
Does P Shot affect prostate? ›
Also, the P-Shot can help men with various physical problems, such as an enlarged prostate or diabetes. It can also counteract certain drug reactions and the adverse effects following prostate cancer treatment.
How many inches can you gain from the P-shot? ›
Enlarges the penis – The P-SHOT®t usually results in increases of at least a half-inch in both length and girth of the penis. Increase in penis size of up to 2 inches are not uncommon! Patients have reported increases of up to 20%. Increases circulation within the penis for a healthier organ.
How successful is the P-shot for ED? ›
What is the success rate of the P-Shot? The success rate of the P-Shot varies, with Dr Nadia reporting a 60-70% improvement in vasculogenic erectile dysfunction after three months and a 75-80% success rate in straightening the penis for Peyronie's disease cases.
How painful is the p-shot? ›
A strong topical anesthetic is applied before the penis injection. Most men feel nothing. The worst is a mild pinch sensation.
Who is a good candidate for the P-shot? ›
Am I a candidate for the P-Shot?
- In good overall health.
- Struggle with erectile dysfunction and/or poor sexual experience.
- Interested in firmer, stronger erections.
- Interested in increasing penis size.
- Desire increased sexual sensitivity.
- Possibly suffering from Peyronie's disease.
- Unresponsive to ED medications.
