Penis enlargement techniques: do they really work?

Penis enlargement techniques: do they really work?

Men's Health

Although techniques to enlarge the penis are widely sought after and practiced, they are generally not recommended by urologists, because they have no scientific proof and can even result in consequences for the man, such as pain, nerve damage, clot formation, damage to the tissues and, in some cases, erection problems.

On the other hand, in the case of micropenis, which is a rare condition in which men have a penis that is much smaller than average, the urologist, after evaluation, may recommend surgery to enlarge the penis, however this surgery is delicate and may be associated with some risks, in addition to not being indicated in other situations. Understand what micropenis is and why it happens.

Penis enlargement techniques are most often carried out by teenagers, who believe they have had results, however penis enlargement is due to the normal growth process and is not necessarily related to the techniques. Due to the lack of evidence on currently existing techniques for increasing penis size, the most recommended option is to consult a urologist. in case of dissatisfaction with the size of the genitalia before starting any treatment or carrying out existing techniques.

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The techniques typically used to increase penis size are:

1. Jelqing Exercise

The Jelqing exercise or technique is considered a natural way to enlarge the penis, as it has no contraindications or associated costs, and is based on the fact that it increases blood circulation in the sexual organ, which could lengthen and thicken the penis. .

Despite being considered safe, the Jelqing technique has no scientific proof and is therefore not recommended by doctors. Furthermore, if incorrect, aggressive movements are performed or if the exercises are performed too frequently, pain, irritation, injury and damage to the tissue of the penis may occur. See what the Jelqing technique is and how it is done.

2. Stretching devices

Stretching devices are normally attached to the base of the glans penis and aim to put pressure on the body of the penis in order to promote its stretching. It is believed that continuous use of this type of device is capable of promoting penis enlargement during erection.

To date, there are few studies that indicate the positive effects of stretching devices to enlarge the penis and, therefore, they are not recommended by urologists. Furthermore, the use of this type of device, in addition to not being comfortable, can create excessive force on the penis and lead to injuries, nerve damage and blood clot formation.

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3. Vacuum Pumps

Vacuum pumps are normally recommended by urologists in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, because they promote an increase in the amount of blood in the penis during erection. Therefore, the use of the pump must be carried out in accordance with medical recommendations.

In the case of using vacuum pumps to enlarge the penis, there is no scientific evidence, in addition to the fact that the effect is temporary, only during the erection, and is not recommended by the doctor, this is because in the absence of changes, frequent use of the vacuum pump It can result in tissue damage to the penis and lead to erection problems.

4. Use of tablets

There are currently several pills and creams that are believed to contain vitamins and hormones that help increase the size of the penis due to the fact that they increase the amount of blood in the penis and promote longer-lasting erections. However, the function of these medications is to promote erection and not to increase penile size and volume.

Furthermore, some pills can harm a man’s health in addition to interacting with other medications that a man may be taking.

5. Use of rings

The idea of ​​using penis rings is due to the increase in the amount of blood in the shaft of the penis during erection, which could cause a temporary enlargement effect. However, this technique has no scientific evidence and is also considered dangerous, because if the ring is too tight or if it stays on the penis for a long time, it can cut off the blood flow in the region and cause complications for the man.

6. Penis filler

Penis filler, also known as penile bioplasty, is a recent technique that claims to be effective in increasing the circumference and, in some cases, the length of the penis, requiring the injection of hyaluronic acid under the skin of the penis.

Despite being a simple procedure, it is not recommended by the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery due to the associated risks, because depending on the quantity and quality of the substance applied, there may be a severe inflammatory response, increased risk of infection and necrosis of the genital organ, being amputation necessary.

In addition to the risks associated with the procedure, more studies are also needed so that the procedure can be standardized and its long-term effects can be proven, as well as the time between completing the filling and the appearance of results.

7. Penis enlargement surgery

Surgery to increase the size of the penis is the last option that should be considered by the urologist to enlarge the penis due to the risks associated with the procedure, such as increased risk of infection, presence of scars and deformities that can end up making erection difficult.

The changes that can be seen after surgery are usually related to the aspiration of excess fat in the area, which makes the penis appear larger, but in fact it is the same size.

Therefore, enlargement surgery is not indicated in situations where the man is dissatisfied with the size, as it has many risks and is not considered effective, and is only taken into consideration in the case of micropenis when other treatments have not been effective.

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