A recent study found that only 55% men are satisfied with their penis size. We have a total male population of about 3.36 billion around the globe, let’s assume that half of them are sexually active, the figure would be 1.68 billion and 45% of them are unhappy about their penis size. That’s a whopping 756 million! That is why penis enlargement is starting to gain its popularity among the gentlemen.
Some say: “Penis size can have both a physical and psychological effect on the initial degree of sexual excitement for some women.” Is it true? Yes it is, to some extent. A lot of people are aware of that, too. Then they have this question in mind: “How big is big? Am I REALLY able to please my partner?” And those who think that their size is not “up to expectation” will anxiously search for a solution.
In fact the right size is very much depends on individual preference. The average size for a “normal” penis falls within the range of 5.5” – 6.5”. Penis is an organ comprised of cavernous chambers composed of tissues. When a man is stimulated mentally and physically, hormones are released from the brain and drives blood to fill the chambers inside the penis and erecting it. While there are many methods out there to enlarge penis, here’s a comparison of their pros and cons.
1. Penis Pumps
Penis pumps are used in conventional treatment of impotence and are also one of the classic ways to increase penis size. It involves putting the pump over the penis and pumps the air out of the tube to achieve increase of size / erection. It is quite effective and work temporarily for about ½ an hour.
However, during the application there are some risks that might be faced by the consumers. The rim of the cylinder can cut into the skin and over time cause damage to the ligaments surrounding the penis. In some cases the testicles can be unexpectedly pulled into the cylinder and cause severe pain and injury.
Excessive pressure causes vascular damage and bleeding from burst capillaries rather than a harder penis. A remark has to be made that it cannot achieve permanent size growth.
2. Extender Device
It exerts a constant traction on the penis. The traction causes the cells in the penis to "split" and then reform and expand, which, in theory, lengthens and widens the penis. Whether or not penis extenders actually work is subject to debate - much like most methods of penis enlargement.
3. Penis Exercise
Involves hanging weights from penis, 20 - 30 minutes daily. Some notable risks are: serious pain, bruises and scars, dislocating of tendons, may cut off the blood circulation to the penis which can cause infection.
4. Penis Enlargement Surgery
Normally involves adding fat/silicone/collagen to penis and then hanging 15 pounds from penis to avoid the fat retracting back into the abdomen. It can be quite costly, priced at some $5,000 and above. It can also be quite painful and no guarantee of expected results.
5. Herbal Supplements
How it Works (in most cases):
- Enlarge the Corpora Cavernosa in the penis, allowing more blood to flow into the penis, thus encourage greater erection and greater size, permanently.
Some Common Ingredients Used:
- Natural herbs that stimulates cell growth within the corpora cavernosa, such as Tribulus Terrestris which is a testosterone booster - Herbs that can increase libido in both men and women such as Mucuna Pruriens.
This method remains one of the most popular methods practiced as it doesn’t require forceful exercises on the penis, and no risk of any injuries which can lead to serious consequences. Cost is another factor that leads to its popularity. In addition to that, most consumers have the perception that it is safer to be consumed as it is produced by natural ingredients.
However, the effectiveness of these herbal supplements is very much dependent on individual. Some will see great results, while some others might experience less obvious results or gain lesser compared to others.