There are two main types of surgery that help increase the size of the penis: one to increase length and the other to increase width. Although this surgery can be used by anyone, it is not offered because it is only considered an aesthetic improvement of the body.
In addition, this type of surgery usually does not produce the expected results and can even cause serious complications such as penile deformation, scarring or infection.
Therefore, the need for penis enlargement surgery should always be discussed with a urologist to understand the benefits and risks in each case.
Operation to increase width
Surgery to enlarge the width of the penis can be done in two ways:
- Fat injection: liposuction is performed on other parts of the body, such as the sides, abdomen or legs, and then some of this fat is injected into the penis to fill and increase volume;
- Mesh placement: Artificial, biodegradable mesh with cells is placed under the skin and around the shaft of the penis to provide more volume.
Depending on the type of operation and in each specific case, there may be an increase in the diameter of the penis from 1. 4 to 4 cm.
In any case, there is a high risk: fat injection can cause deformation of the penis, while with mesh placement, the development of infection, for example, is more common.
Lengthening surgery
When the goal is to increase the size of the penis, surgery is usually recommended to cut the ligaments that connect the penis to the pubic bone, allowing the penis to drop further and appear larger.
Although this operation can increase the size of a flaccid penis by about 2 cm, this is often not noticeable when the organ is in an erect position. In addition, due to the cutting of the ligament, many men report that their penis height decreases during erection, which can make intercourse difficult.
How does recovery happen?
Recovery from penile enlargement surgery is relatively quick, and it is possible to return to work within 1 week after the procedure.
In most cases, you can go home the next day after surgery, it is only recommended to rest at home until the stitches are removed and follow some recommendations, including taking painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs prescribed by your doctor, as well as keeping your penis dryand clean all the time.
Sexual intercourse should only be resumed after 6 weeks, or as directed by your doctor, and more intense exercise, such as running or going to the gym, should only be started after 3 to 6 months.
Other Penis Enlargement Options
Other solutions that exist for penis enlargement use pills or vacuum pumps, which increase the amount of blood in the genitals and therefore can make the penis feel bigger.
In addition, when you are overweight, the penis may be covered with fat, and therefore the urologist can also recommend liposuction in the intimate area, which removes excess fat and, for example, opens the shaft of the penis better.