AboutArthur Goldstein, M.D. Expertise Any problems or questions related to the field of urology; ie urinary stone disease, urinary cancers (kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, etc.), urinary infections, impotency, etc.
Experience I am retired from the active practice of urology. My 34 years was totally in the clinical field and involved the entire gamut of genitourinary problems, with special interest in male impotence and endourology.
Organizations American Medical Association, American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons
Question My penis is some 16cm and it is not straight ( crooked to left) . Is there any natural way to enlarge my penis ? and what is your suggestions as I want to have my penis straight while errected if it cause problem for me or my partner ?
thanks
Answer Mehdi, this is a common question. The majority of men believe they were "short-changed" regarding penile size. The average erect penis is 4-6" and indeed this is where the overwhelmingly number of men fall (16 cm being about 6.5 inches). I have read the web sites regarding claims of increasing penile size but have had no clinical experience with the techniques (ie massage, jelqing, andropenis, etc.). However, based on my years of practice and knowledge of anatomy and physiology, I find it difficult to believe they would work to any significant degree. I doubt they are harmful but again this is just a supposition. You probably have nothing to lose but money, hope and time. My best advise is to learn how to use what you were naturally endowed with to the maximum. There are many excellent books available on how to become a terrific lover almost regardless of penile size. You probably may just have some self-esteem issues. You might consider consulting a urologist if for no other reason than reassurance about your probable normality. If you are truly excessively small, there are operations available to increase the size of the penis. However, there are significant potential complications and because of these, this type of surgery is not recommended for routine use by the American Urological Association.
The normal anatomy of the penis consists of 3 cylindrical bodies each wrapped in an elastic membrane. The 3 structures are the urinary canal (urethra) and the paired corpora cavernosa. The latter 2 become engorged with blood during sexual arousal, stretching the membrane that surrounds them (tunica albuginea). Curvature of the penis to varying degrees occurs in about 50% of men. It is often congenital (born with the condition) but can be acquired due to injury or a disorder called Peyronie's disease. Curvature can be due to one of the corpora being shorter than the other or to the deposition of scar tissue in part of the tunica albuginea which acts like a bow string and prevents this area from expanding. I suggest that you see a urologist so that a proper examination and diagnosis be made. Generally, no treatment is necessary unless the curvature causes discomfort to you or your partner with sexual activity or if the curvature is so severe that you are unable to have conventional intercourse. I know of no successful conservative treatment if the problem is due to scarring from injury. The most common therapy is surgical correction which can either be done by slightly foreshortening the corpora on the side opposite the scarring (plication) or removing the scar tissue and placing a graft at that site. The latter is not as reliable as it heals with a varying degree of scar that is difficult to estimate and may not correct the problem. Generally, surgery is not done purely for cosmetic reasons. Therefore, if you otherwise function well sexually, an understanding partner is the best therapy. Good luck.
