There are two main types of surgeries that can increase the size of the penis: one to increase the length and the other to increase the width. Although these surgeries can be used by anyone, they are not offered because they are considered only an aesthetic enhancement of the body.
Additionally, this type of surgery usually does not produce the expected results and can even lead to serious complications such as penile deformity, scarring or infection.
Therefore, the need for penis enlargement surgery should always be discussed with a urologist in order to understand the benefits and risks in each case.
Operation to increase the width
Surgery to increase penis width can be done in two ways:
- Fat injection: liposuction is performed on another part of the body, such as the sides, stomach or legs, then some of this fat is injected into the penis to fill it and increase its volume;
- Mesh Placement: An 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 particular case, there may be an increase in the diameter of the penis by 1. 4 to 4 cm.
In any case, the risk is high: fat injection can lead to deformation of the penis, while with mesh placement the development of an infection, for example, is more common.
Length augmentation surgery
When the goal is to increase penis size, surgery is usually recommended to cut the ligament that connects the penis to the pubic bone, allowing the penis to droop more and appear larger.
Although this surgery 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. Additionally, due to the ligament being cut, many men report that the height of their penis decreases during erection, which can make intimate contact difficult.
How is recovery going?
Recovery from penis enlargement surgery is relatively quick and it may be possible to return to work within a week of the procedure.
In most cases you can go home the day after surgery, it is only recommended that you rest at home until the stitches are removed and follow certain recommendations, including taking medication. painkillers and anti-inflammatories prescribed by your doctor, as well as keeping your penis dry and clean at all times.
Sexual intercourse should only be resumed after 6 weeks, or as directed by your doctor, and more strenuous exercise, such as running or going to the gym, should only be resumed after 3 to 6 months.
Other penis enlargement options
Other solutions that exist to enlarge the penis use pills or vacuum pumps, which increase the amount of blood in the genitals and therefore can make the penis appear larger.
In addition, when you are overweight, the penis may be covered with fat, which is why a urologist may also recommend liposuction of the intimate area, which removes excess fat and, for example, better opens the shaft of thepenis.