Vaginal dryness and pain during intimacy — known medically as dyspareunia — are common concerns for women, especially after menopause. Traditionally, topical estrogen creams have been the go-to treatment, but what about women who cannot or prefer not to use hormones?
Recent research suggests that the O-Shot®, a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment, may offer an equally effective — or even slightly superior — alternative.
🌸 What the Studies Show
Several years ago, researchers used PRP injections (prepared using Regen kits, the same technology we use today) in women experiencing painful intercourse after menopause — including those with a history of breast cancer who could not take estrogen. Results showed significant improvement in comfort and sexual function after PRP treatment, without any added hormone exposure.
More recently, a study from Turkey directly compared PRP injections with topical estrogen cream in 66 postmenopausal women suffering from vaginal atrophy and pain. Half received estrogen, while the other half — who had not responded to estrogen — received PRP instead.
After 12 weeks, both groups showed improvement, but the PRP group reported slightly better results on the Female Sexual Function Index, a standard measure of sexual health and comfort.
💉 Why PRP May Be the Better Choice
Even if PRP works just as well as estrogen cream, it offers several important advantages:
• Non-hormonal — safe for women with a history of breast cancer or those avoiding estrogen.
• Natural healing — uses your body’s own growth factors to regenerate healthy vaginal tissue.
• Additional benefits — many women also notice improvements in urinary control and overall sensitivity.
✨ The Bottom Line
Both estrogen creams and PRP can help relieve dryness and pain, but the O-Shot® provides a natural, regenerative option that avoids the risks of hormone therapy and may enhance other aspects of intimate wellness.
If you’ve been struggling with vaginal discomfort — especially if estrogen creams haven’t helped — the O-Shot® may be a safe and effective next step toward restoring comfort, confidence, and pleasure.
📍 Learn more or book a private consultation at Biomed Natural Health.
