Introduction
The number of men who want to perform penis enlargement is constantly growing worldwide. Much more than a cosmetic surgery procedure, it can be a real help for men who have underdeveloped genitalia or who wish to have a larger one. Having a small penis can be the cause of strong psychological suffering and low self-esteem that can lead to social isolation and even sexual isolation.
What is penis enlargement?
Also called lengthening phalloplasty, it is one of the most performed intimate surgeries in the male field. It consists of increasing the size of the penis so that it is visually longer.
For physiological reasons, it is very easy for men to compare the size of their members with that of others. These comparisons can take place very early, around the age of 7 or 8, when the child becomes aware of his body and begins to explore it. As the years go by, it becomes a constant that is part of the life of anyone who does some kind of sport and is confronted with other naked men. These comparisons can cause discomfort, feelings of shame, and even difficulty relating. This is the so-called “wardrobe syndrome”, a true complex that prevents anyone who suffers from leading a complete social and love life.
This is where male intimate surgery and penis enlargement take their importance since this technique can bring a significant improvement in the patient’s life, freeing him from his complexes. However, the experts remind us that penis enlargement surgery only involves an aesthetic improvement of the male genitalia; penis size does not improve sexual potency. The only benefits of this intervention are attributed to the higher self-esteem of the patient, who feels more comfortable on a sexual level.
goals
Penis enlargement surgery aims to increase the length of the male genital organ by acting on the suspensory ligament of the penis. It is important to specify that the result of this increase will only be visible at rest. Therefore, patients who decide to undergo penis enlargement do so for almost exclusively aesthetic reasons, motivated by psychological complexes.
Phalloplasty may also be necessary in cases of micropenis as explained by experts. It is a malformation of the genital apparatus that considerably affects the size of the penis, although the latter is perfectly developed at a morphological and functional level. We speak of micropenis when the size of the genital is less than 7 cm long in the erection.
Who can be a candidate?
An ideal candidate is a man who is uncomfortable with the size of his genital organ. Although “normal” measurements of a penis are subjective and depend on numerous parameters (such as anatomical ones), the sexual performance of the subject does not vary according to length. As specified by the Barcelona Polyclinic, penis enlargement is carried out for a purely psychological reason, to help the patient feel more comfortable in situations where the gaze of other men may suffer; Since as we have just said, lengthening phalloplasty has the sole objective of enlarging the size of the penis at rest.
What is the average size of a penis?
There are no “normal” dimensions for the penis, although there are some criteria to consider, such as the morphology of the patient. Measurements vary greatly from person to person, but as explained, the average is usually around 10 cm in length and 9 cm in circumference at rest. In erection, we count an average of 15 cm in length and 12 cm in circumference.
How to choose my surgeon?
The choice of the surgeon depends above all on the type of intervention that the patient wishes to perform. However, it is always advisable to contact a surgeon who specializes in intimate surgery procedures. You can also refer to a urologist who specializes in penile surgery.
We remind you that you can verify that your surgeon is an authorized professional by searching the SECPRE (Spanish Society of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery) website. Once you have identified potential surgeons, we advise you to search the Internet, view before/after images, compare the comments of other patients, and read all the opinions you can find. Do not hesitate to consult different doctors, it will allow you to listen to different opinions and choose a professional who makes you feel comfortable and confident.
We also remind you that in some cases it will be important to have psychological help to accompany you during the process.
What happens during the first consultation?
During your first consultation, your doctor will begin by establishing your complete medical history to rule out possible contraindication. Then he will need to know what your motivations and expectations are, so he will ask you a series of questions. Don’t be scared if he gets into matters of your sex life, as he will need to know all the details of your intimacy to know how to proceed.
This first contact will also help your doctor explain all the details of the intervention; how to prepare, how it is performed, what are the anesthesia modalities, what the recovery consists of, etc. It will also show you before and after photos of former patients so that you can better visualize the results to be achieved.
Take advantage of this first consultation to resolve all your doubts and concerns. You can prepare a list of questions from home to make sure you don’t miss any details.
If you decide to undergo the intervention, your surgeon will schedule you for a new consultation to better prepare it.
How to prepare for the intervention?
We leave you this list of tips to prepare before your intervention:
- Stop smoking at least 1 month before and 1 month after the procedure to facilitate healing
- Stop taking anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin 15 days before surgery
- Consult your anesthetist at least 48 hours before the intervention
- Shave the genital area
- The night and the morning before the surgery you will have to shower with an antiseptic
- The surgeon will prescribe some medications to temporarily inhibit the erection and thus facilitate healing.
Anesthesia and hospitalization
The penis enlargement is usually performed under local anesthesia with sedation. However, you can always ask your surgeon and your anesthetist to do it under general anesthesia, if you prefer.
Most of the time, patients will need to spend an entire night in the hospital under observation after surgery.
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