Male regenerative therapies - Start of the art

[madman]

The ESSM webinar series discussed the use of male regenerative therapies, specifically platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapy for erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease. The speakers addressed the safety, efficacy, and practical considerations of using PRP, emphasizing the need for further research and understanding of the best practices for patient treatment.


Key Takeaways:

• Discussion on the use of PRP and stem cell therapy for erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease
• Emphasis on the need for safety and efficacy of regenerative therapies
• Limited research and understanding of best practices
• Urgent need for more clinical trials and extensive research
• Practical considerations for patient treatment
• Collaboration with sponsor regen lab

 

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[DorianGray]

I had PRP done recently (mild-mod ED). Doctor stated effects become apparent after 4-6 weeks.

 

[Golfboy307]

Let us know if you notice any positive effects. If you don't mind me asking, what did he charge you?

 

[brookseth]

I've had PRP done twice. I notice a temporary increase in sensitivity for a few weeks but not really anything else.

 

[DorianGray]

Let us know if you notice any positive effects. If you don't mind me asking, what did he charge you?

$650

 

[DorianGray]

I've had PRP done twice. I notice a temporary increase in sensitivity for a few weeks but not really anything else.

That has to be disappointing. No improvement in erection quality?

 

[brookseth]

That has to be disappointing. No improvement in erection quality?

not at all. and to the tune of $1k each over in my area

 

[Golfboy307]

Not bad on the $650. Hopefully you can report back. Madman just posted a double-blind study showing a trial combining shockwave and PRP. Be interesting to see the results.

Bottom line for me: I view these restorative therapies as a form of PT for the penis. They can help some folks but are certainly not a cure all (given the many causes of ED). Cost and unscrupulous providers are other big factors.

 

[MarcoFL]

I have had Gaineswave and PRP. I really like the PRP for a bit but man did it hurt getting the injections there!!! if it did not hurt would get it done every few months. I just keep taking my arginine-citrulline if kept pain free-cheap and easy.

 

[DorianGray]

Not bad on the $650. Hopefully you can report back. Madman just posted a double-blind study showing a trial combining shockwave and PRP. Be interesting to see the results.

Bottom line for me: I view these restorative therapies as a form of PT for the penis. They can help some folks but are certainly not a cure all (given the many causes of ED). Cost and unscrupulous providers are other big factors.

I view it the same way, at least a this point. I'll might do one more round of PRP depending on results. I'll report back after this initial therapy: 9 appointments with Shockwave and Emsella chair (done at same appointment). PRP was done at last appointment which was appt. #5. Dr. used ultrasound to visualize structures prior to PRP injection. I found the injection more comfortable than my injecting TRIMIX. Same needle size but I barely felt anything at all with the PRP.

 

[sammmy]

While the cause of the Peyronie's disease is in the penis, the cause of ED in a large percent of the cases is a nerve damage in the spine or in the brain. Depending on how large that percent is, trying to treat ED with PRP penis injections will probably be another flop illustrating how futile the current medicine is.

 

[DorianGray]

While the cause of the Peyronie's disease is in the penis, the cause of ED in a large percent of the cases is a nerve damage in the spine or in the brain. Depending on how large that percent is, trying to treat ED with PRP penis injections will probably be another flop illustrating how futile the current medicine is.

From what I've read in the literature and current urologist, the majority of ED is caused by vascular deficiency.