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What is the normal size of the penis?

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Dr. Sajeev Kumar

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Published At September 12, 2022
Reviewed AtDecember 13, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 25-year-old male concerned about the size of my penis which is 3.5 inches when it is erect. Is my size enough to satisfy a woman?

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Sajeev Kumar

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

There is no point in worrying about the size of the penis as it is not the length or thickness of the penis which decides if a male is fertile and has better sex. It is normal if your penis is 10 to 11 cm long while erect. The average penis size is 8.8 cm (3.5 inches) when flaccid and 12.9 cm (5.1 inches) when erect. The size is good enough for enjoying sex. Women never bother or consider the size while having sex as they can only feel the touching sensation in the initial 2 to 3 inches inside the vagina.

Also, no medications, surgery, or other methods are available to increase the natural size of your penis. Most men's penises are somewhere around 9 cm (3.75 inches) long when not erect, but it is normal for them to be shorter or longer than this. Certain conditions like feeling cold or while swimming can make your penis appear smaller temporarily. A few research suggest that the average size of an erect penis varies from around 13 cm to 18 cm (5 inches to 7 inches).

Counselling has proven to be beneficial for men with penis anxiety. Therapy helps patients identify and correct distorted views about their penis, build self-confidence and overcome fears about sexual relationships. The vaginas are stretchy and can accommodate more than 3 or 4 inches, but even that much is unnecessary because the nerves are in the first 1 to 1.5 inches. So do not worry.

I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sajeev Kumar
Dr. Sajeev Kumar

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