Male enhancement has a history steeped in myths and speculations. As the supplement industry expands and media portrayal of male virility continues to be overplayed, a lot of misinformation surrounds what works and what is a scam. This essay explores and dispels some of the most popular male enhancement myths and theories.
Myth #1: The only thing that is related to male enhancement is the size of the penis.
Perhaps the biggest misconception about male enhancement is that it just involves growing the size of the penis. This notion is fuelled by the media’s obsession with the bigger the better mentality. Yet male enhancement isn’t only about enlarging the penis, but about increasing sexual performance, endurance and sexual well-being.
There is no universal “normal” size for a penis, and research has indicated that most men are in the normal range of 5.1-5.7 inches long. Not only that, but the size of the penis does not determine sexual happiness for each partner. Other dimensions of sexual satisfaction include communication, foreplay and emotional interaction.
Myth #2: Male enhancement pills are a one-hit wonder.
The supplement industry has profited from the sex bug by marketing pills, creams and machines promising immediate, instant results. Such drugs promise to increase the size of the penis, enhance sexual desire and improve sexual performance almost immediately. But the reality is that there is no magic pill or cream to give you immediate and enduring results.
Almost all of these supplements aren’t approved by the FDA and aren’t rigorously tested. They often have untested and potentially dangerous ingredients that have undesirable side effects. In addition, there’s no scientific evidence that these supplements work for male enhancement. The only way to improve sexual health is to live well, by exercising regularly, eating healthy, and speaking openly with your partner.
Myth #3: Testosterone supplements increase the size of the penis.
A different common misconception is that consuming testosterone pills can grow your penis. Testosterone is a male hormone that is essential for sexual activity, muscular development, and bone structure. Yet no one has found any scientific proof that testosterone supplements grow the penis.
Testosterone supplements are ideal for men who have low levels of the hormone, which is a condition called hypogonadism. Supplements are dangerous to men who have normal testosterone levels: decreased sperm count, acne, and breast enlargement are some of the side effects of taking supplements. In lieu of taking testosterone supplements, you need to lead a healthy life to enable natural testosterone production.
Myth #4: Male enhancement exercises do not work.
Kegel or pelvic floor exercises became popular as a means of expanding your penis and improving sexual performance. But there’s nothing scientific about it. Kegel workouts help tone pelvic floor muscles, helping you control your bladder and avoid incontinence. But they do not influence penis size or sexual performance.
Myth #5: Penis size can be enhanced safely and effectively through surgery.
We usually consider surgery to be the simple and most cost effective method to increase the size of your penis. But penile enlargement surgery, or phalloplasty, is a complicated, high-risk, high-priced procedure that can lead to major complications. The procedure involves severing the suspensory ligament that holds the penis to the pubic bone, creating a longer but weaker erection. In addition, the surgery can scar, infect and degrade the nerves, leading to permanent erectile dysfunction.
Myth #6: Male enhancement is reserved for older men.
Everyone assumes that male enhancement only applies to older men who are losing sexual function. But male enhancement is not just a matter of age. Men, both young and old, need to stay fit and tackle sexual issues they have. What’s more, male enhancement can help men of any age – even young men who just want to enhance their sexual efficacy and health.
Myth #7: The bigger the better.
A popular myth about male enhancement is that the bigger the penis, the better. The world and the media have shaped that belief into a habit that makes men feel unworthy of their body size. But the fact is, size isn’t necessarily a determinant of sexual pleasure for either partner.
The normal size of an erect penis is between 5.1 and 5.9 inches, and the majority of women have reported being content with their partner’s length. Most important, sexual pleasure is about more than the size of your penis; it’s about how connected you are to them, how you treat them sexually, and how you interact with them.
Myth #8: The size of the penis is the primary indicator of male sexual performance.
Among the most widely held male enhancement myths, size of the penis is the key to male sexual performance. This has been fostered through the media and cultural expectations that a bigger penis equals better sexual ability. But, according to many studies, penis size isn’t the deciding factor in male and female sexual satisfaction.
A 2016 paper in the Journal of Sexual Medicine estimated that only half of men were satisfied with the size of their penis and 85 per cent were pleased with their overall sexual efficacy. That means that penis size is not the underlying factor in male sexual satisfaction. What’s more, a review in the British Journal of Urology International found that penis size did not correlate with sexual satisfaction or function.
Conclusion:
Let’s wrap up male enhancement — an intensely contested field that has always been wrapped up in conspiracy theories. It is necessary in such a case to approach the subject extremely carefully and be able to teach ourselves what is fact and what is fiction. It’s clear from all this that there is no quick, magical solution to male enhancement. Healthy living, honest conversation with your partner, and seeking medical guidance if and when needed, are the key to better sex health and enjoyment. Let’s throw these fads and theories out the window and get on with what really matters: healthy living and happiness.
