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Can I do anything to increase my penis size?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My penis is small in both length and girth. It not even measures 4 inches. I just need to know is there anything I can do to make it normal.

Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read and understood your problem.

  • You have not mentioned whether your 4 inches size is on erection or in flaccid state.
    • There is no medically proven treatment to increase penis size. It cannot be increased unless you have hormonal problems.
      • Size of penis varies from person to person, like other physical features such as height, etc. On an average, it ranges from 3.5 inches to 5.5 inches on erection.
        • In pornographic films they show big penis by injecting drugs, etc., which is harmful and so most people have wrong ideas about penis size.
          • You can test serum testosterone and LH (luteinizing hormone). If they are low, then hormone treatment can help.
            • Sometimes, vacuum erection pumps help. But, can cause injury if not properly used.
              • Moreover lose weight, because one inch of your penis is hidden under your belly fat. Pull your penis and measure the length. Also, pull it daily for 5-10 minutes from under belly fat.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Sorry for not mentioning earlier. It is less than 4 inches when erect. The pictures which I have sent are flaccid ones.

Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

  • Fine, then first measure it in erect state after pulling from under belly fat.
    • If less than 4 inches, then do hormone tests as advised.
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At April 18, 2016
Reviewed At May 2, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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