The size of your pedis was always a source of curiosity and self-doubt among men. From locker-room vanity to the size of your penis, its size has been connected to being a good man and a good bed partner. But is that damaging the health of men? It has been identified as a potential predictor of penis size and health.
For one thing, a penis doesn’t come in a typical, or ‘normal’ size. An average erect penis size is 5–7 inches, and anything in that range is considered normal. But culture, and media, also encourages a perception that is bigger is better. It creates self-doubt and panic in men who don’t satisfy this romanticized view of masculinity.
How a man’s penis size can impact his health.
1. Self-Esteem and Mental Health
Perhaps the most glaring manner in which penis size can affect men’s health is in terms of their self-worth and mental wellbeing. As part of a society where the penis represents masculinity and virility, smaller men may perceive themselves as inadequate and self-conscious. This can create low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.
Research has found a strong relationship between penis size and self-esteem, with men with smaller penises experiencing lower levels of self-confidence and body satisfaction. It can have a ripple effect, contributing to poor mental health in the long run, and perhaps affecting other areas of a man’s life including relationships and career.
2. Sexual Performance
Man’s penis size, too, can directly influence how well a man performs and performs sexually. There is a popular misconception that it is always better to be bigger when it comes to sexual satisfaction, but this does not always hold true. Indeed, it has been demonstrated that a larger penis will not make it any easier to get and maintain an erection.
It is because the bigger the penis, the more blood flow needed to erect it, which is a challenge for some men. Conversely, a small penis can be more fun to manipulate and may bring greater thrills to both partners. But pressure to attain the standard of society’s larger penis increases performance anxiety and hence sexual pleasure.
3. Erectile Dysfunction
ED refers to the inability to obtain or maintain a erection strong enough to have sex. It is a condition that impacts millions of men across the globe. There are many factors that can cause ED, but it can also be because of your penis size. A paper in the Journal of Sexual Medicine reported that ED was more common among men with smaller penises than those with larger ones. It’s possible because a smaller penis is likely to have fewer nerves and fewer blood vessels, making it more difficult to develop and maintain an erection.
In addition, ED is also associated with psychological stress and anxiety in men who have a smaller penis. It can spiral out of control because ED can worsen a man’s sense of body and confidence, which results in more stress and anxiety and can negatively impact his health and well-being.
4. Physical Health
Sometimes, a male’s penis can even pose a physical threat. For example, males who have a micropenis (a penis that is less than 3 inches when raised) can struggle to urinate, and may have fertility issues. These problems can, sometimes, be medically corrected.
Additionally, men with a larger than average penis can develop other physical problems, including fractured penises or discomfort in sex. These issues can require medical treatment and could even damage a man’s health and well-being.
5. Fertility
A man’s penis size can also influence his fertility and reproductive life. Research suggests that a smaller penis puts fewer sperm in the bloodstream and increases your chances of fertility problems.
This is because a man’s penis size also influences the size and shape of his testicles. Less testicles produce less sperm, making conception more difficult. Moreover, a diminutive penis can also hinder the man’s capacity to get or keep an erection, impacting his ability to have sex and engulf his mate.
6. Risk of Injuries and Infections
The second way that the size of a penis can negatively impact a man’s health is by putting him at a greater risk for injuries and infection. Bigger men might be more vulnerable to sex-related harm, like a broken penis or skin tears. This is because a bigger penis puts more stress on the vaginal wall or anus, increasing the chances of injury.
In addition, larger penises may be prone to infections including urinary tract infections (UTIs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). That’s because the skin on the penis can be more sensitive and irritated, allowing bacteria and viruses to find their way into the body.
UTIs are also a relatively common male health concern, with up to 20% of men having at least one UTI during their lifetime. Although there are many different reasons why UTIs occur, studies indicate that the smaller penis can put a male in an increased risk category. That’s because a smaller penis might not be able to completely empty the bladder during urination, which accumulates bacteria and makes you more susceptible to UTIs.
In addition, a diminutive penis may not allow good hygiene, particularly in uncircumcised men. Inadequate hygiene also promotes the growth of bacteria and increases the likelihood of UTIs. As a result, men with a smaller penis might have to exercise special caution when washing their hands to avoid UTIs.
Conclusion:
In short, concern about penis size is destructive to both the body and the mind. Men need not feel burdened by the world’s standards and rigid conception of what masculinity must look or appear to be, they must expect a well-being. One should be living an ideal life and getting professional advice if you’re having pains over the penis size. After all, what counts isn’t the volume of the ship but how the sea moves.
