Is the P-Shot a One-Time Permanent Fix?
The P-Shot is not a permanent solution for erectile dysfunction. The PRP injected stimulates biological repair processes — angiogenesis, nerve regeneration, and tissue growth — but these effects naturally diminish over time as the growth factors are absorbed and metabolised. Most patients describe results that last 12–18 months before gradually fading.
Why Results Are Temporary
PRP therapy triggers a healing and growth response, but doesn't permanently alter the underlying anatomy. The body's natural ageing processes, cardiovascular health, and hormone levels continue to influence erectile function after treatment. Over time — typically 12–18 months — the improvements plateau and gradually return towards pre-treatment levels.
How to Extend the Duration of Results
Regular use of a vacuum erection device (VED) in the weeks following treatment significantly enhances and prolongs results. Maintaining healthy testosterone levels, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol, and regular cardiovascular exercise all support longer-lasting outcomes. Some patients opt for a maintenance P-Shot every 12–18 months to sustain their improvements.
Are Cumulative Improvements Possible with Multiple Treatments?
Many patients who receive repeat P-Shot treatments report that each successive treatment produces better and longer-lasting results. This cumulative effect is thought to occur because each treatment builds upon the tissue improvements made by the previous one, creating a progressively healthier baseline. For long-term management of ED, a maintenance programme of annual P-Shot treatments is increasingly recommended.