Penis Enlargement Surgery: How it Works, Pros and Cons

Some people have a congenital disease called micropenis or buried penis, in which the size of the penis is very small. People with this condition often have trouble urinating and standing up and inability to have penetrative sexual intercourse. This can affect a person’s daily life and even mental health.

According to medical terms, surgery is necessary only when a person is suffering from micropenis, which means that the penis is shorter than 7.5 cm when stretched. But, many individuals mistakenly think that having a big penis is important for a happy relationship, and as a result, many become dissatisfied with their natural size and wish to have surgery to increase it. The true need for surgery is rare.

Eligibility Criteria for Penis Enlargement Surgery

A penis that can function properly for urination and enough to meet adequate sexual intercourse does not require surgery. A person can however undergo surgery at his wish if he is considered qualified. Similar to all other surgery, penis enlargement surgery also has some eligibility criteria. These criteria expect the person to :

• be healthy enough to be under anesthesia and to go through the procedure
• undergo psychological examination first
• aware of the risks associated with the procedure
• provide the history of smoking and medications and pelvic surgeries

People suffering from body dysmorphic disorder can have Penile Dysmorphobia Disorder (PDD), believing that their penis is smaller than others. This can lead to depression and sometimes even cause problems in erection. 

Types of Penis Enlargement Procedures

Among various techniques, there are some safe and effective procedures for enlargement and/or lengthening of the penis. Medical advancements and surgical techniques are highly developed in India. If you wish to have a penis enlargement surgery in India, you should be aware of the various surgeries available, so that you can achieve the size and shape you desired. Several typical techniques include:

Penis Enlargement using Autologous Fat: The patient fat is removed using liposuction, purified, and then injected into the penis by making incisions thus increasing the size.

Penis Enlargement using Dermal Fillers: The healthcare provider injects cosmetic fillers subcutaneously into the skin of the patient penis.

Suspensory Ligament Division/Ligamentolysis: A surgical cut is done in the suspensory ligament, which joins the penis to the pubic bone. The penis hangs lower and appears longer.

Implantation of the Penuma Device: Penuma is the only FDA-approved product of its type. It is a soft silicone that can be implanted in the skin of the penis to make it bigger.

Surgical removal of Suprapubic Fat Pad: It is a typical surgery for men with a buried penis.  The fatty tissue surrounding the penis is removed, enabling it to reveal the true length of the penis.

Pros of Having Penis Enlargement Surgery

• Free from trouble urinating
• Ability to have proper sexual intercourse 
• Increased self-confidence
• Treating painful erections

Cons of Having Penis Enlargement Surgery

• Adverse reaction to anesthesia
• Scarring of the tissue
• Post-surgical inflammation
• Pain or loss of sensation in the penis
• Bending or kink shape of the new penis due to scarring
• Erectile dysfunction
• Dissatisfaction with the result (either too big or not as big as expected)

Penis enlargement surgery is usually considered a cosmetic procedure. Cosmetic surgeries are much more common in women as compared to men and can be expensive as they are unlikely to be covered by health insurance. Penis enlargement surgery cost in India can vary depending on many variables such as the city you choose and the type of hospitals. 

Non-surgical Approach for Penis Enlargement

Many advertisements market some product or treatment promising the enlargement of the penis. Most of these treatments do work and can actually be dangerous. It is not advisable to blindly follow these pieces of information. One should always consult health expert first before going through any kind of these treatments. Some of the remedies that people might consider are:

• Testosterone therapy – Before and during puberty testosterone is claim to increase the size of the penis, but is not effective for adults.
• Pills and supplements – They usually contain vitamins, minerals, natural herbs and sometimes sildenafil
• Creams and lotions – They mostly contain ingredients similar to pills and supplements but are meant to be topically applied on the penis.
• Penile traction treatment – Penile traction device is used to stretch out the tissues of the penis.
• Jelqing massage/Exercise – The penis is lubricated and with exerting gentle pressure, the thumb and index finger move back and forth to push blood from the base of the penis to the head. This is repeated daily for 20 minutes.

There is no proof that these procedures increase penis size as they claim. Rather, they may be detrimental to one’s health and even result in penis dysfunction. It is advisable to never trust any of these assertions and to always consult medical experts.

References

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/23530-penis-enlargement-surgery

https://www.pollockclinics.com/penis-filler-for-growth/

https://ro.co/health-guide/does-testosterone-increase-penis-size/