Congenital penile conditions are conditions afflict the penis right after birth. The keyword here is ‘congenital’ which means that the disease or the health concern with the body is present at birth, and sometimes these issues are called birth defects. You can say that these issues are genetic in nature perhaps caused by difficulties during pregnancy and there are some instances when the actual cause is not known. The severity of problem varies, and there are congenital problems that are mild and there are life threatening conditions as well. These conditions should not be confused with acquired problems that a person can develop due to aging, lifestyle or injuries.

As mentioned, congenital issues can also affect the men’s penis. To be specific, the penis and the scrotum are the parts that face a high risk of developing congenital defects. Here’s a listing of the major congenital defects that every man should take note:

Epispadias

This is a rare congenital defect that targets the opening of the urethra. This is the narrow tube inside the organ where urine passes through. When a person is afflicted by this condition, the urethra will not develop into a full tube, thus the urine will be excreted from a different and abnormal location. The cause is not yet known but it has been noted that this can be due to the improper development of the pubic bone.

Chordee

This congenital defect can be seen in the front curvature of the organ and can be verified if the penis is in an erect position. This condition is caused by the fibrous tissue that can be found on the course of the corpus spongiosum. This is also linked to hypospadias.

Hypospadias

This is a common congenital effect and one in 300 births will show this defect.  In most cases, the defect can be noted at birth. But for the milder variations of this defect, it’s difficult to verify this at birth and may be diagnosed later in life. Just like other penis congenital defects, the causes are not known. But it has been suggested that this defect can be linked to genetics; a boy may develop the condition if someone in the family is known to carry Hypospadias.  Surgery is the best treatment option for this condition and recommended for boys between 6 and 18 months old. Keep in mind that the patient should be circumcised first, just in case a foreskin is required for the surgery.

There are four characteristics that are associated with this congenital defect, and these are listed below:

• There’s a difference in the location of the urethral opening; instead in the tip, it can be found on the underside of the penis and this will exit the organ along the shaft as high as the scrotum;
• Narrow urethral opening;
•  The foreskin is bunched on the topside of the organ and;
• The genitalia may be curved on one side.

Torsion of the penis

This happens when the penis rotates around its longitudinal axis. This is a birth defect and can also develop due to complications related to penis surgery. This is not painful and normally, men don’t pay much attention to the condition especially if the condition does not affect sexual performance. But a correction can be requested by those wanting to get rid of the condition.

Phimosis

This is another common example of congenital defects on the penis, and sometimes will also develop later in life. You have Phimosis if the foreskin is too tight or when the foreskin’s tip narrows and can’t be pulled back when you want to expose the head of the penis. Normally, the condition develops when the boys reach puberty. When this condition develops, the patient will normally feel pain when urinating. The condition is also linked to urinary tract infections and can also affect the skin of the penis. This condition can also develop in older men and when it does, the foreskin may look swollen. There are a number of treatment options available for this condition including the use of creams. Steroid creams can be applied to the affected area once or twice daily for the next 2 weeks. This is your best bet for treatment, owing to its 85 percent success rate.

Buried penis

Buried penis is a term used to describe a number of penile conditions including the obvious ‘buried penis’ which can be noted at birth.  If this is observed it only means that the penis was normally developed but is hidden under fat in the supra-pubic region, the perineum or scrotum. This can be caused by circumcision since the organ may be trapped by the scar tissue and will retract into the pubic fat. This can be left alone and untreated since it corrects naturally, but for severe cases surgery may be required. If this happens to adults, the surgery can be complicated.

Micropenis

When the penis is extremely small even if erect, this is referred to as micropenis. This should not be confused with hidden or buried penis. There’s a standard that is followed to check if indeed a patient has micropenis. If a child age 1 year or above has a penis with length less than 1.9 cm even when erect, then the patient is at risk and should consult with a doctor. One major cause of the condition is when there’s less normal secretion of hormones on the pituitary gland or the testes. Whatever the cause is, the common approach is to inject testosterone in the patients. If done, this can help address the problem and lengthen the penis.

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Here’s how you can tell if the thickness is just right…

Penis girth is the measurement of the circumference of the penis when it is completely erect.  This is simply the thickness of the penis when erect, and a function of three measurements. One must measure just below the glans penis, the base and the middle of the shaft in order to get a good measurement of the girth of the penis.

What’s the average thickness of the penis?

There’s no such thing as a universal measure for the girth of the penis. Depending on the region, race and genes the measure of the girth of the penis varies. But of course there are a number of studies and researches made regarding the ‘general’ measurement of the girth or thickness. The Kinsey Institute and other researchers approximates that the average length of the male genitalia is from 5.5 to 6.5 inches, and the average width or circumference of 4 to 5 inches. With a diameter of 1.25 to 1.6 inches, the measurement is comparable to the width of an empty roll of scotch tape.

How important is the girth of penis when it comes to sexual requirements?

If the sex experts and sexologists are to be believed, width is more important that length. And there are a number of reasons that support this claim. It is the girth that gives the penis that strength and consistence to the penis. During sexual intercourse, the third part of the vagina feels the bulk of the sensation. The woman’s vagina is also a muscle that can be stretched. In fact this can fit babies, so a penis entering this muscle will not be a problem. Once the penis enters the vagina, it will stretch the vaginal wall and in the process stimulating the nerves inside which in turn gives the sensation and satisfaction to the woman. The main reason for this is that there are a number of nerves that are stimulated when the penis enters the vagina, including the vaginal and the anal types which are located near the vagina and anus. In short, this means that length is not much of an issue the same thing to width since it is actually the stretching of the anal and vaginal walls that stimulate the nerves that give the satisfaction to women.

There’s one small study that was made on the relation of penis girth to sexual satisfaction. This was done in 2000 and headed by Russell Eisenman of the University of Texas-Pan American. In the survey conducted, it was found out that 45 out of 50 women who took part in the study said that penis girth is a factor in achieving sexual satisfaction. The study suggested that this could be due to the larger surface area that fills out the vagina walls. The only problem with the study is that no actual measurements are indicated that would suggest that it cannot deliver sexual satisfaction.

Measuring the girth of the penis

If you are looking to increase the size of your penis in terms of length and girth, it’s important that you are aware first of the current girth of your organ. The simplest approach is to measure the mid-section of the penis when it its erect. Just before measuring it, make sure that you stimulate your penis so that blood runs through the body. If you think that your penis is hard enough, just wrap a tape around it touching all sides. Also keep an eye on the closest quarter inch. Keep in mind that you should not get the measurement just below the head or near the base since these areas feature larger circumference.

Is there a way to increase penis girth?

Girth can be increased through surgery. Under this kind of procedure, fat from the lower abdominal wall will be drawn out through liposuction and will be injected to the loose skin of the shaft of the penis so that it will appear that is thick. The procedure can also use dermal or free grafts and these will be layered around the shaft just beneath the skin in order to increase its width. The problem with the use of injected fat or free grafts is that they are avascular which means that without blood these will die out. The phenomenon is called necrosis, and when it happens the penis will return to its normal state. Another limitation of the procedure is that during necrosis, fibrous nodules and lumpy, uneven and cosmetically unappealing contour on the penis may be observed.

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Is there a non-surgical treatment available?

The basics of Peyronie’s Disease

Peyronie’s Disease or PF has a rich story. This was named after the surgeon to King Louis VX of France, Francois de la Peyronie who first noted and described this condition in 1743. But based on records and resources, as early as 1687 the condition was already noted. The disease involves the hardening of the tissues (fibrosis) in the penis. This was initially classified as a form of impotence, now referred as Erectile Dysfunction.

How prevalent is PD?

Estimates suggest that the prevalence of the disease range from less than 1 percent to 23 percent. It is also said that for every 100 men, one person will develop the disease. But all these estimates are still debatable and open to interpretation since many men don’t actually recognize some of the symptoms, and sometimes when the symptoms are mild they don’t contact and consult with the doctor. Only when proper education and monitoring can one infer the real numbers and data behind PD.

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Men at risk

There are three major risk factors that come to play and influence this disease:

Age: Most literature on the disease suggests that this may happen to men aged between 45-60 years old, but this can also happen to any male of any age.

Race: The disease is more common in white men with Northern European ancestry. This is uncommon for the African-American men and rare for Asian men.

Family History: Men with a family history of this disease will likely develop it as well.

The main causes of Peyronie’s Disease

Health practitioners are still not yet convinced about the exact cause of the disease though it is thought that some factors come into play including trauma, genetics or auto-immune factors and combination of these factors.

Trauma or injury: It is often suggested that after a trauma, a plaque of Peyronie’s Disease will develop. For example, the disease may develop after hitting or bending that may cause localize bleeding inside the penis.  The disease also happens when there’s an injury to the penis like a motor accident, pelvic or urologic surgery or a sporting event. Trauma and injury may happen unwittingly during a sexual intercourse when the penis is bent or pushed against the partner’s pelvic bone.

Heredity: Genetics has a role in the development of the disease. If one member of the family develops PD, it’s likely that a family member will also be at risk.

Auto-immunity: There will be times when the body cells that are tasked to protect the body against virus and bacteria will break down, and when this happen there will be changes to many parts of the body including the penis. Keep in mind that the disease is not contagious and will not cause transmittable disease.

How Peyronie’s Disease develop in men at risk?

The common sign for the disease is the development or formation of a lump or scar tissue on the lining of the erectile tissue that holds the blood in the penis during sexual action. When the scar tissue forms, the normal stretching capabilities of the organ will be affected and will have an effect on the shape and size of the penis on erection.

How can you tell if you have the disease?

There are some signs and symptoms that you should take note. Look out for the small swelling or inflammation that will turn into a lump on the lower or upper side of your penis. The lump may appear overnight or may develop over a long time. The swelling may be associated with pain and reduced flexibility. There are some cases it will create a bend or shorten or create an hour-glass effect in the organ when it’s erect. Having and maintaining an erection will be hard as well. The penis will also become rigid in the area near the scar and flaccid past that area.

Diagnosis of Peyronie’s Disease

The disease is diagnosed trough physical examination. When the penis is limp, the plaque can be felt. But when one needs to determine the severity of the problem or deformity, a full evaluation may be recommended. To fully appreciate the severity of the situation, an erection may be required and this can be done through self-stimulation or by injecting a medicine into the penis. Some patients may feel uneasy doing this while in the office and if this happens, one can simply take a Polaroid picture at home. Also, the examination will also require the use of ultrasound scan for the organ.

Are there complications to be expected from the disease?

Complication will happen when the penis gets bent or bumped and the lining to the shaft is damaged. When this happens, the small blood vessels can burst and the blood flow will be affected. The disease can also lead to Erectile Dysfunction and other complications.

Erectile Dysfunction is the failure to achieve and sustain an erection that is firm enough that can help complete an intercourse.

There are other complications to take note as well. The lumps that are formed are non-cancerous and benign, thus this is not life threatening. But the problem will be evident during sexual intercourse where pain can sometimes impact and affect sex life and by extension can also lead to distress, lower self-esteem and anxiety.

Treatment options for Peyronie’s Disease

Most of the time, men only seek medical attention when the pain associated with Peyronie’s Disease becomes too painful to bear, or when there’s difficulty having an intercourse or when there’s deformity of the penis. There are a number of treatment options when it comes to this disease. Men living with PD can opt for surgical or non-surgical options including the use of devices or stretcher, medicines or injections.

 Surgery as a treatment option:  Surgery is usually recommended for men if the curvature of the penis and the pain lasts for more than 12 months. This is also the option for men if the pain affects sexual activities. Though surgery is known to bring good results, it should be kept in mind that there are some complications that can happen. Surgery is carefully planned as well since there are some effects of PD like shortening of penis cannot be corrected by surgery. For this reason, surgery is usually recommended for a small number of patients with penis curvature that is so severe that it impacts sexual activities. The common approach right now is to wait for at least a year before correcting the disease through surgery.

Non-surgical option to PD treatment: Aside from the usual complications involved, many doctors and patients are also taking a second look at surgery because of the high cost. For this reason, alternative medical therapies are also tried. Some of the common alternative treatment and therapies include the use of Vitamin E in tablet or cream form and potassium aminobenzoate which is a chemical that is part of the Vitamin B group which helps in breaking down hard and fibrous skin.  Other medications and therapies used include colchines and tamoxifen, extracorporeal shock wave therapy, radiation therapy, interferons and external penis stretchers.

Can one use the external penis stretcher in order to address penile curvature?

The current development in the field of treating OD is the use of external penis stretcher. And the way researches and studies are shaping up; it seems that the use of external penis stretcher will work. There’s one study that was presented in the 2^nd European Congress of Andrology (September 2002) that tested the efficacy of mechanical penile stretching or PS to address penile deformity during erection. The study was done in Italy on ten patients that were affected with Peyronie’s Disease with pain for at least 3 months and with penile deformity during erection.  At the course of the study, measurements were made before and after daily home penile stretching application which is made for at least four hours per day and the procedure lasted for 3-6 months. After the set time frame for the application, it was found out that the curvature of the penis was reduced and decreased after 3 months. Another noteworthy finding is that the treatment went well with no severe complication or drop out. The study underscored the promise of penile stretchers for selected patients with penile curvature and not affected by Erectile Dysfunction.

Thanks to this groundbreaking study and subsequent observations, it is now accepted that the use of penile stretchers is an effective non-surgical solution for the treatment of PD in men and curvature of penis in men. The concept and principle behind the use of the penile stretchers is similar to the practice of many people and tribes found around the world when they elongate, stretch and enlarge some parts of the body like necks and ears.  But perhaps the bigger advantage of the use of penile stretchers is that there are no side effects to worry about, and does not cost that much compared to surgery.

Peyronie’s Disease is common and treatable and this can be managed if one is properly informed and educated about its risk factors, treatment options and causes. Though surgery will provide good results, still this treatment option is known for complications and high costs. Contrast this with the use of penis stretching devices where men are given control on how the treatment will proceed. The use of these products is anchored on the concept of traction as this helps reduce the curvature of the penis and at the same time help lengthens the penis without worrying about the scars.

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In recent years very cheap penis extenders have come into the market. Some of these devices cost under $50 which can seem like an absolute bargin.

We couldn’t understand how these professional devices were being sold for such a cheap price. We are in contact with the major penis extender companies and know that it costs more than $50 to manufacturer a penis extender, so how can they be selling it for less than that?

Of course, the answer is simple. They are cheap copies which have been made in China. Using cheap plastic, metal and cheap labour they are able to manufacturer devices at less than half the cost of the companies in the West.

Good deal?

When you first look at this it seems great, the device looks similar and its less than half the price of other devices available.

But, before you decide to buy, just think about all the other cheap Chinese junk you’ve owned in the past. Clothes, shoes, toys, cheap electronic etc. It’s very low quality and it never lasts long.

There’s a reason that the cheapest penis extender we recommend on this website costs $99, that is because it’s a good quality device that has been made in Canada, it carries the CE safety stamp and is fully tested.

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Because there was the increasing demand for natural treatment options for erectile dysfunction, the medical community sought ways and tested new technologies that can be used to address the problem. The result was the introduction of penile implants or penile prostheses that were initially introduced three decades ago. The use of these implants is recommended if the usual route for ED treatments no longer work. Though the use of these implants help and offer positive results, the problem is that this is not a popular treatment option for ED. It is recommended that these implants should only be used if there’s a clear medical cause for ED and when the problem can’t be solved or rectified naturally using medical and natural treatment options.

What you should know about penile implants?

These are simply devices that are placed inside the male genitalia that allow men with ED to still get an erection.

2 Types of penile implants

There are two types of penis prostheses, the external like vacuum constriction devices and internal implants. For the purpose of general understanding, the penile implants are those that are placed inside penis through surgery.

1. Internal Implants: The surgery will take 45 minutes to an hour to finish. The procedure will calls for an incision just below the head of the penis, at the base or in the lower abdomen. The next step calls for the stretching of the spongy tissue in the penis that will be filled with blood when the penis is erect. The tissue can be found on each of the two hollow chambers called corpora cavernosa. To prevent infection, an anti-biotic fluid will be flushed into the area. After this, the surgeon will then select the correct size of the penile implants and these will be placed the implant cylinders inside the organ.
2. Inflatable Penile Prosthesis: This will include two cylinders, the reservoir and the pump that are placed in the body through surgery. These two cylinders are placed inside the penis and connected by tubing to another reservoir of fluid. This reservoir is placed just under the groin muscles. The pump on the other hand is placed under the loose skin of the scrotal sac in between the testicles. In order to inflate the device, the pump must be pressed. Through this action, the pump will then transfer the fluid from the reservoir to the cylinders inserted into the penis, thus inflating these. And by pressing on the deflation valve, the fluid returns thus deflating the organ.

Once the penis has been inflated, the prosthesis will make the organ hard and stiff, just like a normal erection. The only drawback of this procedure is that the erection is considered as shorter if compared to the natural erection.

Potential side effects of penile implants

There are some potential side effects that are associated with the use of these implants.

Pain: Pain can be felt in the first few days after the surgery. You can also feel the pain during your first sex after surgery. Most of the time, the pain will subside after a few weeks though there were reports of chronic pain as well.

Infection: This can be considered if the pain remains after 2 months of surgery. There is also an increased risk for infection if the patient is known to have diabetes, spinal cord injuries or have open sores.

Allergy: There is a chance of allergy since the penile implants are usually made from synthetic materials. If an allergic reaction has been noted, the penile implant should be removed.

Abnormal shape and curvature of the penis: Also, the use of these penile implants can result to scarring, curvature or shortening of the penis.

Just like any form of surgery, complications should be part of the risk. The other side effects that you should be aware of includes scar tissue formation, uncontrolled bleeding right after surgery and the possibility of another operation, erosion and mechanical failure.

Penile implants  are the last option and should be considered if the treatment options like medications are no longer effective.

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A Short Background on Penis Extenders

The science (and the fascination) of extending the penis stretches back to early history. The concept of extending and stretching one’s penis or through the use of devices like the penis extenders are not new; the process and the fascination with a bigger and longer was with the early civilizations a well and this is practiced in many parts of the world. The principle of extension dates back for thousands of years where people are fascinated with enlarging different parts of the body, from lips to ears and yes, including one’s penis.

The common practice back then was to use weights and other instruments in order to stretch some body parts, and there are even some cultures and tribal groups which are too engrossed with enlarging the penis through different forms.  This unique process and cultural practice was even the subject of an anthropological investigation from Margaret Mead. Mead observed that the Polynesian males stretched their penises with the use of the woven sleeve made from plant fiber similar to the Chinese finger trap. The practice then was to insert one’s penis into one end and a rock or any heavy object was hung on the other end.  Archaeological surveys also reveal cave drawings that suggest the practice of penis stretching. Some of these cave paintings that dates back to 440 BC show men (usually Kings and those in power) with large penises.

Arabia

Penis is known as a symbol of masculinity and virility in many cultures, and this is true as well in the Arabia. The ancient Arabs are fascinated with this sexual organ, and this interest extends even on the Arab fiction tales that explicitly depicted a number of sexual encounters and the resulting male dominance in sex thanks to the penis’ size and power. It is even said that the well-known penis technique called ‘Jelging’ is thought to be of Arab origin. This technique was even the subject of a comprehensive study in the 1970s by Dr. Brian Richards, and the study focused on the effectiveness of the procedure. The research was subsequently published by the British Journal of Sexual Medicine and the research showed positive results for 87 percent of the group that was tested. The only limitation of the procedure as noted by the research is that the overall growth of the organ is not that substantial and the procedure takes time. For this reason, it has been recommended that a combination of stretching exercises and the use of penis extenders should be adopted in order to get the best results, in limited time.

Rome

The ancient Rome and Greece are also fascinated with penis stretching and this can be seen in some ancient references to the preparation of the organ and this is done by placing a heavy burden on the sexual organ. There is also a reference to the use of a heated massage in order to extend the penis. There are also references on penis exercises for young boys that can help them add length and girth to their sexual organs.

Egypt

Ancient manuscripts also point to the pre-Egyptian dynasties’ fascination with penis stretching. The manuscripts detail the crude experimentation on the penis of the slaves. The weight hanging method was the common method here, and was common for many pharaohs during that time. But the researches that were made suggest that weight hanging is not a safe method when it comes to penis stretching. Though the penis may eventually increase in length over a period of time, the thickness of it actually decreases. And depending on the choice of the weight, the blood circulation in the penis will be affected, which can lead to death of the tissues or necrosis.

India and the South East Asia

The Indians, especially the Indian Sadkhus tribes were known for a more efficient way of stretching their penises. Based on records, the men achieved better results by hanging stones onto their penises with the use of grass of lianas. Through the use of heavy stones, this extended the tissues of the penis with equal force throughout the length of time that the stones are left hanging. The same concept applies to the African Neck Ladies. They were successful in increasing the size of their necks by 50 percent, and this is done by applying small amounts of pressure to the targeted part of the body.

Africa

In Africa and South America, penis stretching has been widely performed, together with lip and ear stretching. This is part of their culture and still in practice for the past centuries. For some tribes in Africa, stretching of the necks is popular. One can still find pictures of women in Africa with rings on their necks. The tradition for these tribes start when the girls reach 6 years old, and the wearing of the golden rings will continue until they reach 20 years old. This practice is also true for the women from the Mursi Tribe from the Omo Valley in Southern Ethiopia, and on their part they wear traditional lip disks. These are work as a reminder of their woman status in the society. If larger disks are worn, then the sexual maturity and sexual status are higher as well. Over a period of time, the women of the Mursi Tribe can pull their lips up to their heads.

South America

The Suya Tribesmen from the Amazon are also known for their use of extension but this time, they do this for cultural and spiritual reasons. The men used to pierce their lips and ears when they are young and when they get old, the stretching of the lips and ears continue and sometimes the practice extends these body parts to over 300 percent or more.

From Arabia to South America, it’s clear that there are historical evidences that suggest the use, successes and effectiveness of a number of penis stretching methods and techniques and the use of devices. And though the different types of penis extenders and the concept of persistent traction devices like the extender may not trace a long history, you can count on manual stretching and jelging as two of those procedures with rich history, stretching back for thousands of years.

Penis stretching is nothing new

As you can see, mans desire to increase the size of his penis has been around for thousands of years and men have been using penis extender devices for many years. The main difference now is that high quality medical penis extenders are available and they are much safer and more effective than ever.

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By nature we men are not satisfied with what we have, and this is the reason why most of us tend to go the distance and improve the things that we own, or improve what we have. This gave birth to many procedures and surgeries, including the enhancement of penile length. So don’t be surprised to find that the popularity of penile enhancement is on the rise. In fact for the past 15 years, many plastic and urologic surgeons have tried to enhance penile length in order to please the needs of men.

With the growing popularity of the procedure come the costs. Because the demand is high, there were attempts to do the procedure in a questionable manner and there were reports of poorly documented procedures with poor results. This brings home the point that male surgery or penis enhancement surgery is not 100-percent safe; there are risks involved  as well and one must be aware of all these. Though the advancements in medicine and medications for the past 10 years helped the procedure, still there were issues and claims made against penis enhancement surgery.

What is clear is that one should have a clear understanding of the procedure and its pros and cons. Listed below are some of the major concerns about penis enhancement surgery.

Is penis enhancement surgery safe?

It should be noted that the techniques and procedures that are used for penile enhancement surgery are not yet validated in terms of safety and efficiency. This is also the stand of the American Urological Association, and added that there are no researches made that can back up these procedures. What we have right now is purely experimental approach to penile enhancement. Also, it is not yet established if the benefits of the surgery will outweigh the risks involved.

There are a number of risks and complications that are usually identified with penile enhancement:

• Keloid scars; this is a tick scar that can cause a shorter penis
• Erection of penis may be affected and may no longer erect upwards
• Bleeding and infection
• Skin incision separation
• Fibrosis or the thickening of the superficial vein in the organ which in turn affects the flow of blood
• Bruising or called ecchymosis
• Decrease in penile activity and sensation due to nerve injury
• Edema or the temporary swelling of the skin
• Seroma or the temporary collection of serum under the skin
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Sexual Dysfunction and penile shortening. If these are noted, another round of surgery may be required.

Prohibitive cost of penis enhancement surgery

Penis enhancement surgery is not cheap, the procedure can cost from $3000 to $10000 in the United States. It doesn’t mean  that just because this is the most expensive option, one can expect immediate results from it. Penile enhancement surgery does not guarantee positive results, and as such one should strongly consider the other options before jumping into the procedure and mindlessly spend thousands of dollars.

Improvement of increased size and girth is difficult to achieve

Roughly 5 percent of the men who were subjected to the procedure did not report an increase in length of the penis in its erect or flaccid state right after surgery. In most cases, the genitalia is not lengthened rather it is just pulled further out of the body and the subsequent increase in length will depend on the anatomy of the person. The typical increase ranges from 1 to ½” to 2” and it’s difficult to find out the length gain before the surgery. In some procedures, the penile length was reduced because of the scar tissue that contracts after some time. Also when the suspensory ligaments are cut, the angle of erection is affected.

Putting penile enhancement surgery in proper perspective

Penile enhancement surgery is a serious procedure and for this reason it is important that one should carefully evaluate his options by taking a look at the risks, complications and other factors that can affect the efficacy of the procedure. Because of the inherent risks of the procedure, it is recommended that the interested person should have a talk first with a doctor and should consider penile enhancement surgery as a last option.

Best alternative to surgery

Surgery is a huge step to take, it’s expensive, a lot to go through and often unnecessary. Surgery can be an effective enhancement method, but why go through all that if you can get the same results in a much safer and cheaper way.

Penis extenders have worked for thousands of men and are give to some patients after penis enhancement surgery to stretch the penis even longer. You can get the results you want with a good traction device.

If you’re a visitor to any of the penis enhancement forums you may of seen guys talking about making a homemade penis extender. Although this is less popular now because of the drop in price for penis extenders, some guys are still willing to give it a go.

Reasons not to make a homemade penis extender:

• You can now buy a good quality device for just $99
• They’re dangerous and can cause injury
• It probably be uncomfortable or painful
• You won’t be able to set the right amount of tension
• It will take you hours to construct
• You’re very unlikely to see any results from it

Safety

The penis extenders that we recommend on this website are high quality devices that carry the CE safety mark, they’ve been thoroughly tested and are safe and effective. A homemade penis extender is likely to be dangerous and uncomfortable.

Price

The cost of the parts for a homemade device will be around $20 – 30 from the hardware store. For just $99 you can buy the cheapest X4 Labs device and have peace of mind that you’ve bought a professional medical device that will actually work. If you’re short on cash then save up and buy when you can afford it.

Can it be effective?

I’ve heard about many guys making homemade penis extenders but I’ve never heard about any of them seeing any results.

The problem with a homemade penis extender is that it is very difficult to build it to a high enough standard. Will the pull on each side be even? Can you fit it with springs? how do you know how much tension you are putting on? We highly doubt that a homemade device can be effective.

Professional penis extenders are made from surgical steel and high quality plastic, they’ve been tested through-out the years and are proven to work.

In summary

To prevent injury and disappointment, we strongly advise you not to make a homemade penis extender. If you injure yourself, you could be out of actions for weeks or even months.

If cost is your issue then save up and buy the cheapest device from our best penis extender page. You’ll know for sure that you’re using a traction device that will actually work.

16 way comfort strap options

SizeGenetics is one of the longest running penis extender companies and one of our top rated traction devices. Over the years they have constantly been developing and improving their extender, they were the first company to offer the comfort strap and now they’ve come up with an even more comfortable fastening system.

The full SizeGenetics system now contains the original noose tube fastening, a comfort strap, foam protection pads, fabric covered latex head grip and non-slip protech matt strap. These can be used in 16 different combinations so you can find the most comfortable fastening possible.

Lets take a look at the fastening options in more detail

Silicone Noose

The silicone noose is the original way to attach the extender to the penis, it works by fastening under the head to secure the penis. This method works very well but some men find it uncomfortable as it can restrict the blood flow.

Comfort Strap

Because of the discomfort the silicone noose was causing some men the comfort strap was designed as an alternative way to hold the penis.

It’s ergonomically shapped to fit below the head of the penis and is 1 inch wide which prevents it from cutting into the penis.

Protection Pad

The foam protection pads are worn underneath the silicone noose or the comfort strap to make them even more comfortable.

Fabric Cover Latex Head Grip (unique to SizeGenetics)

This is used instead of the protection pad to prevent the skin from being pulled. It stops chafing or rubbing on the plastic or the silicone noose or comfort strap.

Non-slip Protech Matt Strap (unique to SizeGenetics)

The device slipping off or having to tighten the strap so tight to keep it on is a problem for some men. To prevent any slipping SizeGenetics provide a non-slip pad which can be used with the silicone noose or comfort strap.

More comfortable = more gains

There’s no getting around the fact that a penis extender looks like an uncomfortable device to wear and it can be if you don’t wear it properly or don’t make adjustments. Every man has a different shaped penis, the only way to make it comfortable is to find the right option for you.

Most men won’t have a problem with comfort, they can simply used the standard attachment and wear the device for hours. For the men that do have a problem, you now have many different options to choose from.

Remember, penis extenders are comfortable when worn properly.

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How do you stop a penis extender slipping off?

This is a subject that I have received a few emails about and it’s a problem that some of you who already own a penis extender will be experiencing. Most men don’t have a problem, the silicone tubing or comfort strap combined with the foam rings is enough to keep the penis extender on and make it comfortable.

For those of you who just can’t seem to keep it on or are experiencing discomfort then you can wrap your penis to solve these problems.

How to wrap up

1. Visit the pharmacy and buy yourself a normal bandage or you can use a piece of cotton – an old t-shirt or cloth will be fine.
2. Cut the material so that it’s about 2 – 3 inches wide (depending on your penis length).
3. Now wrap it around so that the middle of the bandage is just below the head of your penis. Wrap it around 3 times and cut the excess material off.
4. Hold the bandage in place with one and and with the other put the penis extender on.
5. You will need to adjust the bandage a bit so that the device fits comfortably.

Try it with the silicone tubing and then the comfort strap. Play around with it until it’s comfortable and doesn’t slip off.

This may seem like a lengthy task but once you’ve practiced this a few time you’ll be able to put your penis extender on in under a minute.

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