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Men's health glossary: what do ED, TRT, PRP and other terms mean?
The short answer
This men's health glossary from MAMBA Men's Clinics explains common terms in plain words, from ED, TRT and PRP to Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement and Girth Enlargement. Knowing these names makes it easier to follow treatment pages and ask clear questions at a complimentary consult in Canada.
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Key takeaways
- Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement is the treatment many men search for as Bocox or Scrotox.
- Girth Enlargement is the filler-based treatment often searched as penile enlargement.
- The Venom Shot is MAMBA's name for penile PRP.
- OHIP, PHIPA, CPSO and CNO are key Ontario care terms.
What is this men's health glossary for?
This men's health glossary explains the words you will see across MAMBA Men's Clinics in plain, everyday language. It covers treatment names, the names men search for and a few Canada care terms.
Your clinician explains how any of these treatments work for you at a complimentary consult.
What do common sexual health terms mean?
Sexual health terms at MAMBA describe ED care and intimate treatments. Here is what each one means:
- ED (erectile dysfunction): ongoing trouble getting or keeping an erection.
- ED medication pathways: prescription options, such as sildenafil or tadalafil, discussed with a clinician.
- Focused shockwave: a non-surgical, drug-free ED treatment that uses acoustic waves. MAMBA uses the Medispec OmniSpec ED-1000. See focused shockwave for ED.
- Venom Shot: MAMBA's name for penile PRP, also searched as the P-Shot.
- Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement: an intimate injectable treatment for the penile shaft and scrotum. Many men search for it as Bocox or Scrotox.
- Girth Enlargement: a non-surgical, filler-based treatment designed to add girth to the penis. Men often search for it as penile enlargement or girth enhancement.
- Hyaluronic acid filler: a gel filler used in some facial and intimate treatments.
What do hormone terms mean?
Hormone terms at MAMBA mostly relate to testosterone and testosterone care.
- Testosterone: the main male sex hormone.
- Low T: a common, casual name for low testosterone.
- TRT (testosterone replacement therapy): prescribed testosterone as part of a testosterone care plan.
- Lab requisition: the form you take to a community lab for blood work.
What do hair, skin and joint terms mean?
Hair, skin and joint terms at MAMBA name treatments for the scalp, face, body and joints.
| Term | Plain meaning |
|---|---|
| Androgenetic alopecia | Male pattern hair loss |
| PRP (platelet-rich plasma) | A treatment that uses a portion of your own blood |
| Grow Hair MD | The PRP hair restoration program offered through MAMBA |
| Scalp microneedling | Fine, controlled needling of the scalp |
| Mesotherapy | Small injections of a solution into the scalp |
| Botox for men | A facial injectable for lines from movement, also called Brotox |
| Dermal filler | An injectable gel that adds volume |
| Radiesse | A brand of dermal filler |
| RF microneedling | Microneedling that adds radiofrequency energy |
| IPL | Intense pulsed light, a broad-spectrum light treatment for skin |
| OrthoSpec shockwave | MAMBA's shockwave treatment for joints and tendons |
What do Canada care terms mean?
Canada care terms describe how health care is paid for, protected and regulated in the province.
- OHIP: the Canada Health Insurance Plan, which pays for medically necessary services.
- PHIPA: Ontario's health privacy law.
- CPSO: the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, which regulates doctors.
- CNO: the College of Nurses of Ontario, which regulates nurses and nurse practitioners.
- Complimentary consult: a free MAMBA conversation with a clinician about your goals.
For a list of topics men raise at each age, see the men's health checklist by age.
How do I book a complimentary consult with MAMBA?
You can book a complimentary consult online or by calling or texting 647-947-0605 from anywhere in Canada. You can also take the free MAMBA Health Score, which takes about 2 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement?
Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement is an intimate injectable treatment at MAMBA for the penile shaft and scrotum. Shaft & Scrotum Enhancement is the treatment many men search for online as Bocox or Scrotox.
What is Girth Enlargement?
Girth Enlargement is a non-surgical, filler-based treatment at MAMBA designed to add girth to the penis. Men often search for Girth Enlargement online as penile enlargement or girth enhancement, and the details are covered privately at a complimentary consult.
What is the difference between the Venom Shot and the P-Shot?
The Venom Shot and the P-Shot are two names for penile PRP. The Venom Shot is the name MAMBA Men's Clinics uses, while the P-Shot is a name many men use when searching online.
What does TRT stand for?
TRT stands for testosterone replacement therapy, which means prescribed testosterone as part of a testosterone care plan. At MAMBA, TRT sits within a broader testosterone care service that starts with a conversation.
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