Patient's question:
Description: Since I was young, I have had the bad habit of masturbation. It was around the age of 10, and it has been many years. Now I am 23 years old, but my penis is almost invisible in a flaccid state. On hot days, its length might occasionally be around 2 cm. But usually, it is only about 1 cm long. When fully erect, it measures 5 to 8 cm. I am asking the doctor, why is this happening? Is this a disease? I have always been very afraid of going to public places to take a bath, because after I take off my pants, it looks like I don't have a penis at all. Seeing others with normal bodies makes me feel so ashamed. Last year, I started dating a girl...Doctor's answer:
Hello, an adult male penis is 11-16 cm long and 10.8 cm in circumference when erect; in a natural state, it is 7-9 cm long and 6.9-9.4 cm in circumference. For most men, sexual maturity is reached at 18 years old, and development is almost complete. If there are any pathological conditions, it may lead to what we call delayed puberty. When a person is nervous, exercising, or exposed to cold, the penis may indeed shrink, and the testicles may also be retracted—this is a normal physiological response. When measuring the penis, it should be done in room temperature and a natural state, with the ruler firmly pressed against the pubic bone. Some people may not pay attention to these details, leading to inaccurate measurements, especially in obese individuals. Excessive fat in the perineum and above the pubic bone can make the penis appear short and small, when in reality it is normal. Do not be self-conscious due to others' attitudes, as psychological shadows caused by this are often more likely to affect sexual life than the penis itself being short. You can directly come to our hospital for outpatient services. I hope my answer is helpful to you! Wishing you health! 23