PRP "O" Shot
Fairfield County, CT

The O-Shots are targeted to areas that are key for women’s sexual satisfaction. The first area is in or around the clitoris. The second area is the anterior vaginal wall (G spot area). The stimulation of new blood vessels and collagen in these key areas helps to increase sensitivity and sexual satisfaction.

The effects of the O-Shot will vary, patient by patient, but most reports indicate that the positive results last anywhere from 6-18 months, sometimes even longer!

We totally understand — we have an all-female staff and it’s the first question everyone had about the procedure so you’re not alone! Rest assured, we do everything to make you comfortable throughout the procedure. We use a topical numbing cream, lidocaine, and find that most patients feel no pain at all from the (quick) procedure.

No. The O Shot utilizes derivatives from your own blood to enhance physical and sexual comfort and pleasure. There are no foreign substances, no chemicals, no hormones, contained in the O Shot, so no effect on fertility.

Injectable treatments can cause swelling and bruising. To prevent excessive side effects, patients should avoid the use of NSAID medications and other blood thinners. Examples of products to avoid include aspirin, ibuprofen, Excedrin, Aleve, Ginko Biloba, and vitamin E. These should be avoided for one to two weeks prior to treatment. NSAIDS, in particular, can diminish the positive regenerative effects of PRP treatments, so should also be avoided for two weeks after receiving the O Shot. The day before treatment, it can be beneficial to shave the labia majora, or at least trim hair to be very short. This improves the visibility and accessibility of the clitoris and vagina during treatment.

The O Shot is a regenerative treatment that is designed to replenish optimal blood flow and nourishment to a woman's most intimate area. Stimulated by platelet-rich plasma, patients experience benefits such as increased clitoral sensitivity, rejuvenated vulvar skin, stronger orgasms, increased lubrication, and a decrease in stress urinary incontinence. While the O Shot works by helping to regenerate vaginal tissue and to heighten the sensitivity of the clitoris, it may be an overreach to call this a vaginal tightening procedure. Some tightening is expected, but this can differ from one person to another. Patients are encouraged to discuss their concerns related to intimate wellness and vaginal atrophy with Dr. Mahony. Together, they can determine if multiple treatments may be more advantageous than a single O Shot.

The O Shot is a form of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. PRP is a blood product that is obtained from a blood draw at the beginning of the appointment. Blood products are obtained from the patient's body and therefore do not fall under the FDA's traditional regulatory guidelines. The lack of FDA approval does not diminish the safety profile for PRP. The blood product that comes from the patient's own body cannot pose a threat of adverse reaction. Furthermore, the sterile, disposable kits that are used to prepare blood serum are approved by the FDA. Every PRP treatment is performed with a new kit, preventing risks of blood-borne illnesses.

Many women have reported that the sense of engorgement they feel after the PRP is injected is similar to the fullness and engorgement they feel when sexually aroused. This familiar sensation can usher in successful intercourse later that day/evening which is perfectly OK- in the absence of bleeding, bruising or pain.

We have not seen bruising or bleeding in my practice. The best way to avoid these issues is to avoid aspirin and blood thinners for a good 2 weeks before the treatment and to use very tiny needles with accurate placement and meticulous injection technique.

An allergic reaction would be a true rarity because the PRP is your own and is a natural component of your blood. The O Shot is a DNA driven procedure and only your DNA will be effective for you. You are not allergic to your DNA or blood.

We have seen an improvement in symptoms more than 80% of the time. For those that feel there is improvement but not to the extent that they had hoped, a second injection, or a series of three, is a reasonable option and we have seen improvement in these cases. I would advise waiting a good 3 months to allow the biologic process to evolve before considering more.

Although some women tell me they notice improvement right away, it actually takes about 3 months for a biologic response to occur. Generally, it takes about 3 days for the excess fluid to be resorbed, 3 weeks for the beginning of a cellular change and 3 months for a change in biology.