Men are often dissatisfied with the size of their penis, which results in psychological discomfort and complexes in the area of their sexual life. To increase self-esteem and improve sexual relations with a partner, the male population resorts to penis enlargement.
Modern medicine offers the following methods for enlarging the penis:
- ligamentotomy - lengthening of the penis;
- lipofilling - thickening of the penis.
To determine whether surgery is needed to lengthen or thicken the penis, you should consult a specialized doctor. You need to undergo an examination and tell the doctor about your problem, as well as the desired result.
Penis stretching
Ligamentotomy (penis enlargement) is a surgical operation during which the ligamentous apparatus that holds the penis in the perineum is crossed, that is, the free portion of the penis is enlarged by reducing its hidden section (the part of the penis inside the body). Before the operation it is necessary to undergo a series of tests (urine and blood tests, tests for hepatitis, HIV, syphilis, ECG) and consult an anesthetist (as the operation is carried out under general anesthesia, it lasts approximately one hour). After the operation, it is necessary to use an extender for 2-3 months (a special device that allows not only to consolidate the results of the operation, but also prevents the formation of adhesions, promotes the physiological growth of the membranes and tissues of the penis). It is also necessary to carefully observe the rules of personal hygiene and adhere to certain precautions (limit physical activity, sexual abstinence, etc. ).
Penis thickening
Lipofilling (penis thickening) is an injection of fatty tissue into the penis to increase its diameter and give it the desired shape. Adipose tissues removed from areas of excessive deposition (abdomen, buttocks, etc. ) by liposuction must belong directly to the patient. This helps prevent the occurrence of allergic reactions seen when a foreign implant is introduced. Adipose tissue is injected into microperforations in the penis, then a surgical patch is applied and a bandage is applied over the top. The main postoperative requirement is abstinence from sexual intercourse. The disadvantage of this method is that the transplanted fatty tissues tend to dissolve due to the fact that they are deprived of the vessels that nourish them. As a result, the tissue can dissolve unevenly and this leads to deformation of the penis.
Popular Customer Questions
How long after surgery is it safe to resume sexual activity?
In this matter, everything is individual. In some cases, 2 months are enough for recovery; in others, recovery takes about six months. It all depends on individual indicators and how quickly the implants take root. Resuming sexual activity after penile lengthening or thickening surgery should be discussed with your urologist during a consultation. The doctor will be able to give more precise recommendations on this matter, based on your individual data.
What is an extender and why is it so important during the recovery period?
An extender is a special stretching device used for rehabilitation after surgery. It is recommended that the patient wear the extender for 2 to 3 months until complete recovery. It will not bring discomfort in everyday life, but it will affect the result - this procedure will serve to consolidate the operation.
The extender is also used to enlarge the penis without surgery, but in this situation it is better to consult a urologist beforehand and follow his recommendations for this procedure.
It is important to note that the use of an extender will in no way affect potency or reproductive function.
Will penis enlargement surgery affect my ability to have children?
No. Reproductive function remains the same as before the operation. However, after penis enlargement surgery, it is worth taking tests to check this possibility. It would not be superfluous to pay attention to this before the operation in order to compare the results before and after in this regard.
What negative consequences are possible after the operation?
In many ways, the quality of the operation depends on the experience of the urological surgeon, as well as the quality of the materials he uses. Also, there may be some individual contraindications to this procedure. First of all, they are determined at the consultation stage by your doctor, but in general, contraindications include diseases of internal organs, blood clotting disorders, diabetes mellitus, cancer, etc. Acute infectious diseases during the operation can also negatively affect the outcome of the procedure, so inform your urologist about them.