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For better or worse, the size of a penis can greatly influence a person's confidence when it comes to having sex. With that said, there is often a mismatch between how someone with a penis views themselves and how a potential partner sees them. This is especially true if the person thinks that their penis is "too small."
According to a study published in the Journal of Health Psychology , around 68% of men surveyed said they had concerns about their penis size. The concerns are largely driven by unrealistic expectations in the media—as well as society at large—about what is an "average-size" penis. 1 This is a problem.
While the size of a penis generally does not directly affect sexual function, it can increase the risk of sexual problems. Studies have shown that people who think their penises are small are more likely to have low self-esteem, performance anxiety, relationship problems, and erectile dysfunction . They are also less likely to let others, including doctors, look at their penises. 2
The article aims to set the record straight by detailing what the average penis size is, what factors influence penis size. and whether size really matters to partners and your own sexual health.
Statistically, the average length of an erect penis is 6 inches, while the average circumference (girth) is 5 inches. The average flaccid (soft) penis measures 3.6 inches in length with a girth that is roughly the same. 3
You can measure your penis with a ruler or tape measure. Here are some tips to ensure an accurate measurement: 4
Another popular belief is that some flaccid penises can "grow more" than others. This suggests that flaccid penis size has little to do with erect penis size. This is largely true.
A 2018 study in the International Journal of Impotence Research looked at two groups: one whose penises grew less than 1.5 inches from a flaccid to erect state ("showers") and those that grew more than 1.5 inches ("growers"). 5
What they found was smaller flaccid penises grew more than larger flaccid penises, with all groups averaging an erect penis length of around 6 inches. 5
In the end, the flaccid size of a penis is not a good predictor of its erect size. Moreover, penis size is not static and can change with temperature. When exposed to cold, a flaccid penis will shrink in size to conserve heat. Older age can also lead to a reduction in penis size. 4
The average erect penis length is 6 inches with a girth of 5 inches. The size of a flaccid penis generally has little relation to the size of the erect penis.
There are not many things that can influence penis size, other than perhaps genetics. Penis growth is largely influenced by a surge of testosterone during puberty, typically between the ages of 10 and 14. The penis may continue to grow until a person is around 21. 6 After that, penis size is largely "set."
Despite what some people may tell you, a person’s foot size, nose size, height, and weight have little to do with their penis size. 7 With that said, a person's height and weight may create a false impression of what the penis size really is.
A 2013 study from Australia found that taller men with an average-sized penis were perceived to have a "smaller" penis than shorter men with the same size penis. The same was seen when comparing overweight men to men who were slim. 8
There is evidence that ethnicity plays a role in penis size, but the association is not straightforward. When looked at as a whole, the difference in average penis length between ethnic groups is not all that significant. 9
Diet, pills, and exercise do not in any way influence the size of the penis. The same applies to "penis enlargement" devices like penis pumps, which do little, if anything, to increase the length of the penis. They may increase girth if used excessively by creating scar tissues, but they can also cause permanent numbness. 10
One of the things that can change penis size is surgery. Some procedures, like radical prostatectomy (removal of the prostate), can shorten the penis. 11 On the flip side, a surgery known V-Y plasty can increase penis length by cutting the ligament that anchors it to the pelvic bone. (Even so, V-Y plasty can destabilize the penis and cause it to turn uncomfortably while erect.) 12
One other common condition that can decrease penis size is Peyronie's disease (PD) . PD typically affects older men and causes the penis to curve abnormally. Scar tissue can develop at the site of the bend, reducing penis length by as much as a half-inch. 13
Prolonged celibacy may also cause penis size to shrink. 14
Genetics is the main factor that determines how large a penis will be. Surgery, certain conditions, and a lack of sexual activity can also play a role. Diet, supplements, and penis enlargement devices have no or little effect.
Many people have been conditioned to believe that "size matters" and will experience stress if they feel they fall short. They may also believe that they will be more attractive to a partner (or perceived to be more masculine) if they have a larger penis. This is largely untrue.
According to a 2015 study in PLoS One, cisgender women shown photographs of erect penises preferred a penis size of 6.4 inches for a one-night sex partner. For a long-term partner, the preference was slightly smaller: 6.3 inches. 15
Other studies have found a disconnect between what female and male partners feel about penis size. In a study of heterosexual people published in the British Journal of Urology International , 85% of women were satisfied with the size of their partner’s penis, while 45% of men thought that their own penis was too small. 16
The dynamics are slightly different in men who have sex with men (MSM). Penis size commonly factors into who takes the insertive ("top") or receptive ("bottom") role during sex. 17 With that said, MSM are 50% less likely to regard their penises as "small" compared to heterosexual men and far more likely to regard them as "above average" (35% versus 22%). 18
Having a larger penis may not always be a good thing. In fact, a 2015 study found that, among 75 women surveyed, one of every 15 had left a relationship because their partner's penis size was "too large." 15
There are other concerns. A large penis—particularly an uncircumcised penis —is linked to a higher risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV) , an infection of the vagina, in part because the increased friction against the vaginal wall damages tissues and allows more bacteria in. 19 A larger penis poses similar risks in MSM who have anal sex, including an increased risk of HIV . 18
Most studies suggest that women prefer an average to just-above-average-sized penis. Men generally think that their penises are smaller than their female partners do, while men who have sex with men tend to stress less about penis size than heterosexual men.
Concerns about penis size can cause stress and lead to sexual dysfunction in men who think that their penises are small. The problem is that many men think that the "average penis" is larger than it actually is.
In fact, the average length of the male penis is 6 inches, while the average girth is around 5 inches. Studies suggest that women tend to prefer penises of this size compared to a large penis.
Once puberty is completed, the size of a penis is largely "set." While certain things can reduce the size of a penis, such as surgery or Peyronie's disease, there are few that can effectively increase it.
It is important to remember there is no “normal” when it comes to penis size. If you are worried that the size of your penis does not meet your partner's expectations, talk to a doctor or a therapist who can help you gain a better perspective.
While it can be difficult to discuss penis size with your partner, you can take a different tack and ask your partner what they enjoy sexually. Try focusing on intimacy and connection, which many women find just as important as sex. 15
Penises usually stop growing by the time a male completes puberty, between ages of 18 and 21. 6
Genetics plays the largest role in determining penis size. However, other factors contribute, including hormones like testosterone. Certain genetic conditions like Klinefelter syndrome can impair testosterone production in boys. 20
The short answer is maybe. Some studies have said that ethnicity influences penis size, but the differences among various ethnicities were minimal. 9
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Worried about your penis size? Relax, you’re not alone. At some point, just about every guy has wondered how their penis stacks up compared to the average.
Like many aspects of sex and anatomy, penis size is a subject that creates distorted perceptions of what’s “normal.” Most studies of penis size around the world show that the average penis size is, to put it simply, not quite as big as people may think.
According toa review of study data by researchers at King’s College London, the average flaccid penis measures 3.6 inches from base to tip.
When it comes to the circumference (the circular measurement around the penis), the average man is about 3.7 inches soft.
Erect, the average penis length is about 5.2 inches, with an average circumference of about 4.6 inches.
Not quite what you’d expect, right? From harmless bragging to porn-induced expectations about penis size, there are numerous factors that contribute to the belief that the average man’s penis is, well, bigger than the real average.
In this guide, we’ll look at some more of the data behind the average penis size. We’ll also look at whether or not dick size (or lack of size) is really an issue that you should spend your time thinking about.
Penis size is a common source of anxiety for men. Because of unrealistic expectations about what is and isn’t normal perpetuated by media and pornography, a surprising number of guys worry about whether or not their penis is big enough.
In an effort to help clinicians dealing with Body Dysmorphic Disorder and men feeling anxious about their dick size, researchers at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London completed a thorough review of study data about penis size.
The review, which can be viewed online here , is currently the most comprehensive study available on penis size, drawing from a total of 20 studies with more than 15,500 participants.
As stated above, the researchers found that the average penis size -- using a sample of more than 15,500 men -- was 3.6 inches (9.16 cm) when flaccid and 5.2 (13.12 cm) inches when erect.
The study data should come as a relief to many men, confirming that the “six inches” average that’s often promoted in media or casual conversation isn’t even close to the reality of penis size.
What’s particularly interesting is the difference between the real data on penis size and the perceived average penis size people report when surveyed.
In a survey conducted by UK company Health Bridge Limited, researchers asked people to state what they believed the average penis size was. The survey featured men and women, drawing data from thousands of people located throughout Europe and North America.
The average penis length given by participants varied by country, with Poland reporting the biggest perceived average penis length at 6.18 inches (15.7 cm). Austria, Italy, Germany and the United States all featured estimates well above the real average, at 6.14 inches (15.6 cm), 6.02 inches (15.3 cm), 5.83 inches (14.8cm) and 5.63 inches (14.3 cm), respectively.
For the most part, survey participants overestimated the average penis size by about half an inch to one inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm). Of the 10 most widely surveyed countries, only the UK guessed an average size below the real average, estimating that the average erect penis is 4.88 inches (12.4 cm).
The survey data shows that most people overestimate the average erect penis size, often by a significant amount -- a fact that can create anxiety, frustration, and insecurity for many men.
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In the same survey, women were asked how important penis size was to them in a partner. The survey respondents were given three options to choose from: very important, somewhat important and not important.
The overwhelming majority of female survey participants, 67.4%, said that penis size was only somewhat important to them -- that it wasn’t a major concern or of overriding importance in their choice of partner.
Another 21.4% of female participants said that penis size wasn’t important at all. In fact, only 11.2% of women that responded to the survey said that penis size was very important to them when choosing a romantic partner.
Scientific study data also seems to support the idea that penis size just isn’t a major issue for most women. In a 2015 study of penis size and sexual attraction (all participants were residents of California, 18-65, sexually experienced), researchers found that only 27% of women had ended relationships, in part, due to a difference between their preferred penis size and the size of their partner’s penis.
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Well, fellas, you knew this section was coming. While we’re not really in the business of making men feel, ehm, inadequate, we also understand that some men simply need to know. We get it. That said, there aren’t any CDC rules or clinical guidelines to follow when trying to accurately measure the size of your penis. Luckily, it doesn’t appear to be rocket science, either.
If you want to get an accurate measurement of your penis — for scientific purposes, of course — here are some practical tips:
First, decide whether you want an erect measurement or a flaccid measurement. You can do one or the other, or both — it’s a free country.
When you’re ready to measure, take a ruler and place it at the base of your penis.
If flaccid, take the tip of your penis and, without pulling or extending it, hold it to the ruler’s edge to find your measurement
If erect, carefully place the ruler’s edge against your penis and observe your measurement.
Take a piece of smooth thread or dental floss (we personally recommend against twine to avoid scratching your penis skin) and cut it to a length of a few inches.
Whether flaccid or erect, find the widest part of your penis, and gently wrap the thread around it, making sure to carefully note where the thread intersects.
Carefully remove the thread from around your penis, while making sure not to lose track of where the piece intersected with itself.
Place it on top of a ruler, and find your circumference in inches.
And there you go. Simple enough, right?
Certain aspects of your body can be changed through things like diet, exercise, medication and grooming. Penis size -- save for factors such as erection quality -- generally isn’t one of them.
Combine this with the fact that the vast majority of people overestimate the average penis size and that the vast majority of women simply don’t care about penis size, and it quickly bec
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