Modernity is what makes it so urgent to adhere to certain beauty criteria, particularly with regards to how people should look. Men are bombarded with adverts and messages about having a big penis. This is why there’s a growing demand for male enhancement drugs, which claim to lengthen and widen a man’s penis. But the bottom line here is: pills don’t make you longer. In fact, they may even be destructive and ultimately counterproductive.
Pills for men supposedly function by increasing blood supply to the penis, creating a longer and thicker erection. They tend to have an array of herbal, vitamin, and mineral ingredients that they claim to be natural and safe. But the reality is that these pills aren’t regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and they’re not necessarily safe or effective.
Historical Context
Pills that grow male length are nothing new; we have always yearned for better bodies. Early cultures – including Greeks and Romans – embraced herbs and potions that claimed to enhance virility and sex. These assumptions persisted in the medieval era and into the Renaissance, when alchemists and apothecaries crafted potions and oils to treat everything from perceived insufficiencies in male length.
But it was not until the 20th century that the modern pharmaceutical world exploited this wish for refinement. When Viagra was launched in 1998, a new generation of sex products had come into existence that would change the approach men took to their sex life and performance. It was the turning point in the way men thought about lengthening their hair, with pharmaceutical companies starting to position themselves as a fix for something most men were struggling with.
Firstly, it’s very important to learn the anatomy of the penis. The penis is composed of a spongey substance called corpora cavernosa, which contracts with blood during an erection, and thus grows firmer and bigger. This tissue is constrained in size, and does not grow beyond its own capacity. No pill or supplement, therefore, will stretch out the corpora cavernosa and make the penis considerably longer.
Issues
A major problem with male enhancement pills is the absence of evidence behind their promises. Some companies make wild claims about the efficacy of their pills, and there isn’t any research to support them. Indeed, one study from the Journal of Sexual Medicine reported that only 1 in 10 men taking male enhancement pills reported increased erectile function. The others didn’t respond, or developed unpleasant side effects including headaches, nausea and dizziness.
Not only that but many of these pills contain secret ingredients that can be toxic to the body. For instance, certain pills were found to contain Viagra’s active ingredient, sildenafil, which can have dangerous side effects and interactions with other drugs. This can be particularly risky for men who have health issues like heart disease or high blood pressure.
What’s more, most penis enlargement pills use fraudulent sales pitches to attract customers. Before and after pictures, reviews and sensational claims are the most common methods they employ to get men to believe their product is effective. Yet these photos and reviews are often made up or over-reported, and the assertions are unscientific. It is important that men remain alert to this type of advertising and resist the temptation to take their ear off the hook.
A further consideration is the psychological impact of relying on pills to make your penis big. Men with weight anxiety can take these pills as a shortcut, but in doing so, they are laying themselves up for disappointment. If the pills fail to provide results as promised, you can find yourself feeling inadequate, and even depressed. This can also strain relationships, as the partner might think that they’re not doing enough for their partner.
Moreover, the size of one’s penis does not define one’s sexual strength or enjoyment. Media and society will tell you that bigger is always better, but the truth is that penis size doesn’t necessarily determine sexual pleasure. Indeed, studies suggest that most women don’t see the size of the penis as a key to sexual satisfaction.
So how do we counteract the pressure to have a bigger penis?
First and foremost, it is important to acknowledge that a ‘perfect’ penis size is a social construct that does not measure one’s value or manhood. But sexual fulfilment also requires that partners talk about it openly and honestly, not use pills to erase all deficiencies.
Future Developments in Male Enhancement
In the long run, male enhancement will largely depend on new technology and research, and shifting attitudes towards length-enhancement. As telemedicine and internet pharmacies expand their presence, male length-enhancement pills have become both more accessible and more easily available, and men can now obtain them without a prescription or consulting with a physician.
Further, the rising tide of natural and organic male enhancement solutions is likely to play a role in the development of new products and formulations that promise to boost length and girth using natural ingredients. With consumers becoming increasingly distrustful of pharmaceutical medications and their effects, the market for natural alternatives is likely to increase, as the different kinds of male lengthening products will change.
Conclusion
That is to say, pills don’t lengthen you. They are not FDA-approved, and there is no scientific evidence for them. One also needs to consider the potential physical and psychological harm that taking such pills can cause. No one should ever succumb to convenience, just love and accept their bodies and have realistic expectations of sexual satisfaction. Remind yourself, pills make your penis big, but the real bliss comes from within.
