Sexual Health

Female sexual health:

At any age during adulthood, sexual health is an important factor in overall quality of life. As women go through periodic hormonal changes, childbearing and aging, they experience genitalia changes including loss of vagina tightness, vaginal dryness, vaginal thinning or atrophy, leakage of urine from stress urinary incontinence, painful intercourse and sexual dysfunction. Options for treatment include kegel and pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the vaginal and pelvic floor muscles, lifestyle adjustments including weight loss, medications, non surgical and surgical treatments. Typically, these interventions offer symptom relief. At GhenMD, we offer PRP and and low intensity shockwave therapy for vaginal rejuvenation. These treatment modalities can be used individually or combined.

Feminine PRP Shot and How it Works

The Feminine PRP Shot is a painless and nonsurgical procedure which utilizes Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to revitalize clitoral and vaginal tissue, allowing for improved sexual satisfaction. PRP contains growth factors which are released when activated platelets are delivered to tissues in need of regeneration. Derived from the patient’s own blood, PRP activates natural stem cells, promotes regrowth of degenerating nerves, blood vessels and connective tissues including collagen.

Low-intensity shockwave therapy

Low-intensity shockwave therapy deploys soundwaves to enhance natural healing in tissues needing regeneration. In the female genitourinary system, it enhances new blood vessel formation, blood flow stimulation, and enhanced collagen production. Safe, painless, promising with no downtime, a series of treatments is needed after consultation to determine if this modality is appropriate for the candidate.

Men’s Health Erectile dysfunction (ED)

ED overview: As men age, difficulties achieving or maintaining an erection increase in frequency. Consistent loss of erection however at any age is not normal. About 30 million men in the United States have ED. Studies have shown 40% of men at age 40 and almost 70% of men at age 70 suffer from ED. Unfortunately, many men are unwilling to seek help and do not report this to their physician. ED can also be a sign of other medical conditions including cardiovascular disease.

Mechanism of erection: When a man becomes sexually aroused, the penis expands as blood flows in, leading to expansion, increased pressure and compression of the veins that carry blood in. This vein compression prevents the flow of blood out of the penis ensuring that the penis remains enlarged and erect for initiation and maintenance of penetration.

Causes of ED: The process of achieving an erection is complex. Nonetheless, most causes of ED lead to reduction in blood flow to the penis resulting in ineffective storage of blood within the penis following erection. Conditions that could lead to ED include aging, hormonal imbalance including low testosterone, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, alcoholism, smoking, Peyronie’s disease, chronic illnesses, medications, depression and psychological problems.

Treatment options for ED: Standard erectile dysfunction treatments have had mixed reviews including dissatisfaction about effectiveness, impedance of sexual spontaneity and side effects. Men with ED are frequently started on phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors, including Viagra® (sildenafil), Cialis® (tadalafil) and Levitra® (vardenafil). Other treatments available include supplements, hormone replacement therapy, vacuum devices, penile injections, penile implants and surgery.

Erectile dysfunction can be psychologically distressing, dampens self-esteem and impairs sexual wellness. These coupled with the varied outcomes of traditional treatments are well understood and keenly considered during a sexual health consultation at GhentMD. We provide a thorough overview of everyone’s situation before making appropriate medical recommendations.

As part of our integrative health approach to managing ED, GhentMD offers non-surgical therapies with great promise to helping men maintain erections, get back confidence, improve sexual stamina and overall quality of life. We offer platelet rich plasma penile injections and shockwave treatment with Gainswave®.

PRP Penile Treatment

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) offers a non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment option in the management of erectile dysfunction. PRP contains growth factors which stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. When injected into the penis, PRP can help regenerate the microcapillary blood supply system and stimulate the regrowth of sensory nerves.

PRP penile treatment may help men with ED:

  • Achieve and maintain erections
  • Attain harder erections
  • Augment results of other medications or treatments
  • Feel more sexually confident

PRP Penile Procedure: Blood drawn from a vein is placed in a centrifuge to separate and concentrate platelets in plasma. This platelet rich plasma is then prepared as an injectable treatment. Prior to injection, an anesthetic cream will be used to numb the penis and minimize any pain or discomfort during treatment. PRP will be injected into the shaft and head of the penis. The entire procedure takes less than an hour from start to finish. On treatment completion, little downtime and temporary bruising may be experienced but you should be able to return to normal daily activities. Sexual intercourse may resume within just 1-2 days.

Am I an Ideal Candidate: PRP is obtained from your own body making it a safe and effective treatment option for ED management. If you are interested in the procedure and would like to learn more, contact GhentMD today to schedule a free consultation with Dr Aghenta. Prices will be provided upon consultation.

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Shockwave Testosterone replacement therapy

Aging men experience a decrease in testosterone level starting around age 30. Testosterone production by age 50 drops to about half of early adult levels. Symptoms of low testosterone include: erectile dysfunction, low libido, decreased energy, persistent fatigue, decreased muscle mass, mood swings, irritability, increased breast tissue, weight gain, hair loss, decreased concentration, lack of motivation, hair loss, loss of bone mass, and sleep difficulties. Testosterone replacement has been shown by several studies to be safe and effective. Benefits include improved stamina, energy, concentration, mood, lean muscle, libido, self-drive and performance.

Testosterone also reduces body fat and slows the loss of bone mass. Testosterone replacement therapy options include testosterone injections which can be self-administered weekly or bi-weekly depending on treatment goal. A second option is the application of testosterone on the body in the form of creams, gels or patches. If you have symptoms of low testosterone, contact GhentMD for a consultation. The consult with Dr Aghenta includes a thorough history, examination and appropriate laboratory evaluation which will be followed by a review of options that suits your treatment plan best.

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Penile PRP Benefits

  • Increased Erection Firmness
  • Increased Circulation and Blood Flow
  • Increased Sexual Stamina
  • Increased Sensation and Pleasure
  • Enhanced Penile Appearance
  • Decreased Urinary Incontinence

How to improve the effectiveness of the Penile PRP:

  • Use a penis pump as recommended for at least 8 weeks
  • Regular exercise, particularly aerobic exercise
  • Healthy well-balanced diet, supplements
  • Quit smoking

Contact US Today

Contact GhentMD in Gilbert, Arizona today to set up a P Shot ® consultation appointment at (480) 935-8855 or by filling out an online form. We look forward to assisting you in achieving your sexual health goals!
*Individual results and experience may vary.