How to Keep It Up (Literally): Pro Tips for Stronger, Longer-Lasting Erections
- Dr. Iman Bar, M.D.
- Mar 25
- 4 min read
Hey, fellas—let’s dive into something gaining traction: shots in the penis to level up your game and enhance the look down there. Sounds intense, right? Stay with me. These treatments—called Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Therapy—are popping off because they’re said to boost performance, improve aesthetics, and maybe even straighten things out (like with Peyronie’s disease). They’re not fully locked in by science yet, but some guys are raving about the results, and the early research has potential. Here’s the breakdown, no medical jargon required.
What Are These Shots, Anyway?
PRP (The P-Shot): They take a bit of your blood, spin it in a machine to pull out the good stuff (platelets), and shoot it into your penis. Those platelets are like tiny repair crews—they’ve got stuff in them that can help grow new blood vessels and fix damaged tissue. You might’ve heard of this as the “P-Shot” (short for Priapus, the old god of manhood).
Stem Cells: These are special cells that can turn into whatever your body needs and help heal things up. They might come from your own fat (sucked out in a quick office visit), your bone marrow, or even donated umbilical cord stuff. They get injected into your penis too, sometimes with PRP, to double-team the problem.
What’s in It for You?
Making Things Bigger?
A lot of guys want to know: “Can this make my junk bigger?” Maybe. Some say the P-Shot adds a little length or girth by pumping up the tissue down there. One study even mixed it with a penis pump and saw some gains, but they faded without more shots. Stem cells might help too, but don’t bank on miracles—science is still figuring this one out.
Better Blood Flow
If your ED comes from bad circulation (a big reason for a lot of guys), this could be a game-changer. PRP helps grow new blood vessels, and stem cells fix the old ones. A 2021 study showed guys getting PRP had way better erections than guys who got a fake shot. More blood flow, stronger action—makes sense, right?
Fixing Nerves
Got nerve damage from surgery (like prostate stuff), diabetes, or something else? That can kill your sensation or stiffness. PRP has things that might wake those nerves up, and stem cells are like little rebuilders. Animal tests look good, and some guys say it’s helped after surgery, but human proof is still trickling in.
Kicking ED to the Curb
Viagra’s great until it isn’t—pills don’t fix what’s broken, they just prop you up. These shots try to actually repair your manhood. That 2021 study? Guys with PRP saw their erection scores jump 69%, while the placebo guys only got 27%. Stem cells helped diabetic dudes too, per another test. It’s not a quick fix, but it’s aiming for the real problem.
Straightening Out Peyronie’s
If your penis bends from hard scar tissue (Peyronie’s disease), it can hurt or mess up sex. PRP might soften that junk up, and one guy’s story said it straightened him out after a couple months with a pump. Stem cells could rebuild healthy tissue, but there’s not a ton of proof yet.
Why Guys Like It
No Big Deal to Do: They use your own stuff (or safe donated cells), so it’s low-risk. Worst case? Maybe a bruise or some swelling that goes away.
Fixes, Not Band-Aids: Unlike pills, this tries to heal what’s wrong, not just cover it up.
Lots of Uses: Docs are trying it for ED, curves, even recovery after surgery—pretty handy.
More Places Offer It: You can find urologists or clinics doing the P-Shot now, though it’s not cheap or super standard yet.
What’s the Proof?
A 2021 study said PRP seriously helped ED—guys got harder, longer.
Another test with stem cells helped diabetic guys who couldn’t get it up, even with pills.
One dude with a bent penis got straighter with PRP and a pump.
Experts say it’s promising but needs more big tests to be sure.
The Catch
Look, it’s not perfect. Studies are small, and not every doc agrees on how to do it. The FDA says it’s “experimental,” so insurance won’t pay—expect to shell out $1,000 or more a pop. Stem cells? Still questions about what works best and if it’s safe long-term. Plus, you might need a few rounds to see results.
Another catch? The whole “needle in the penis” thing. Yeah, it’s exactly what it sounds like, and for a lot of guys, that’s a hard pass. Even with numbing cream or a quick local anesthetic, the idea of a doc jabbing you down there can make your stomach flip. Some dudes say it’s just a pinch, others feel a sting or ache that hangs around for a day or two. It’s not torture, but it’s not a spa day either—definitely something that could make you think twice before ditching the pills for the P-Shot or stem cell fix.
What’s Next?
Docs want bigger, better studies to nail this down. Some are mixing it with other tricks—like shockwave therapy or fillers—to see if it works even better. Stay tuned, because this could get big.
Bottom Line
The P-Shot and stem cell shots are like a repair kit for your manhood—better blood flow, nerve fixes, maybe a little boost in size. If you’re tired of popping pills or dealing with a curve, it’s worth a look. Talk to a doc who knows this stuff, but keep your wallet ready and your expectations real—it’s not magic (yet). Science is still digging, but for some guys, this is already a win.
Got questions? Hit me up—I’ll keep it simple!
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