Normal penis size: how long does it grow (and other questions)

The “normal” average size for an erect penis can vary between 10 and 16 cm, but this measurement tends to fluctuate depending on the country you are from, as there are places with higher or lower averages. Furthermore, only 3% of men are outside the average.

The period of greatest penis growth occurs during adolescence, remaining at a similar size and thickness after that age.

When the penis is much smaller than average in size it is known as a micropenis, but this generally only happens in cases where the organ is less than 5 cm, for example. Find out more about the micropenis and what can be done.

1. What is the “normal” average size?

The average “normal” size of a flaccid penis appears to be around 9 cm, while for an erect penis this value is 13 cm. Regarding circumference, the value generally varies between 9 cm and 12 cm.

Penis size can vary greatly from one man to another, being related to several factors such as hormone production.

2. Until what age does the penis grow?

Most boys experience penis growth until around 20 years of age, as it is until this age that the greatest degree of growth occurs. After this age, it is common for the size to remain similar for the rest of your life.

Although penis growth occurs during this period, the pace may vary from one boy to another, and may be faster in some cases than in others. However, by the age of 19, the penis should have almost completely developed.

3. Is it possible to increase penis size?

There are several techniques that promise to increase the size of the penis, but most of them are unproven and only manage to cause a small change, not having the results expected by most men.

See which techniques are most used to increase penis size.

4. How to measure the penis?

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How to measure the penis correctly

Penis size should be measured with the penis erect. To take the measurement, you must measure the distance between the suprapubic region, which is the bone just above the base of the penis, and the tip of the penis.

When there is an accumulation of fat in the suprapubic region, it is possible that the body of the penis ends up being covered and, therefore, the measurement may not be correct. In these cases, it is recommended to take the measurement lying down.

5. Does size matter?

In several studies carried out on penis size, it was concluded that men are the people most concerned about the size of their own penis, with little concern on the part of their partner.

Furthermore, in most cases, the size of the penis does not prevent a man from having sexual intercourse or having a successful pregnancy.

6. Can smoking reduce penis size?

Cigarettes do not interfere with hormonal production and, therefore, do not affect penis growth. However, as smoking affects several organs of the body in a negative way, over the years it can also interfere with the functions of the penis, more specifically with the erection. This arises because prolonged cigarette use can cause blockage of some blood vessels, which reduces blood flow to the penis. When this happens, the man has less and less blood to produce and maintain an erection, which can even result in impotence, for example.

Understand better what impotence is and what the main causes are.

7. Can the penis grow crooked?

The most common thing is for the penis to grow with a slight inclination to one side or the other, and this happens mainly because the urethra does not always follow the development of the rest of the organ, causing a slight curve.

However, as long as the curvature does not cause pain or impede penetration during intimate contact, it should not be a cause for concern. See when the curvature of the penis is not normal and what to do.

8. Which doctor to consult due to penis size?

The doctor who specializes in penis problems is a urologist. This is the specialist who can help with size issues, but also with any other questions regarding the development of the male sexual organ, as well as the testicles.

The urologist is the most qualified person to assess the situation and recommend the best forms of treatment.

9. Does masturbation make the penis grow?

Masturbation does not affect the size of the penis, because the size is determined by genetics and, therefore, is not influenced by this practice. Despite this, there are some options for penis enlargement that should be evaluated by a urologist.