Your penis typically grows longer and thicker during puberty, which can occur anywhere between the ages of 9 and 14. However, everyone goes through puberty at different times.
No supplements or ointments will grow your penis, but getting in better shape may make it look longer. Regular exercise and a balanced diet can also improve blood flow to the penis, resulting in a harder, longer erection.
Puberty
As boys go through puberty, their bodies experience many changes. They grow taller, their voices get deeper and they develop pubic hair. In addition to these changes, their genitalia also start to enlarge. The first genital change to occur is in the testicles, followed by the penis. The average male’s penis grows about a half inch per year during puberty. This growth rate is faster between ages 11 and 15. However, it’s important to note that not all boys experience the same rate of growth during this time.
During puberty, it’s normal for boys to feel nervous or insecure about their penis size. They may worry about what other boys think or wish that their penis were longer. Luckily, there are ways to help alleviate these feelings.
In the meantime, it’s important to remember that the length of a boy’s penis doesn’t say anything about him as a person. The most important thing is that it functions well for urination and sex.
Another common part of puberty is having wet dreams or waking up to an involuntary erection. It’s important to talk with a parent or counselor about these feelings. They can help explain that these are a normal part of the adolescent sexual development process and will go away on their own over time. They can also teach healthy sex behaviors and challenge masculine stereotypes.
Hormones
Hormones are chemical messengers that spur on changes within cells, such as growing or shrinking. They also help determine your physical development and aid in the growth and maintenance of body tissue. Examples of hormones include testosterone, which is a male sex hormone; cortisol, a hormone that breaks down damaged tissue to supply energy and aid in healing; and leptin, a hormone produced by fat cells that signals the brain that the body has had enough food and should stop eating.
Penis growth depends on a balance of various hormones. Smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, and certain medical conditions can all affect hormone levels and delay or halt penis growth.
Despite what you may hear about supplements or ointments, no exercise or diet can make your penis grow bigger. However, keeping a healthy weight can improve your penis’ appearance by making them appear longer and fuller. Your doctor may prescribe medication or recommend surgery to treat a medical condition that is preventing penis growth. Penis size is mostly determined by genetics, but hormones do play a role as well.
Genetics
Research shows that penis size is mostly determined by hormone levels in a specific window of time during fetal development. While it’s true that genetics are written in your DNA, researchers also note that environmental factors can affect penis growth. Exposure to estrogens and chemicals (known as endocrine disruptors) can negatively impact penis size. In addition, malnutrition during pregnancy and childhood can also stunt a man’s penis growth.
The X chromosome has over 1,400 genes and determines physical characteristics that are unique to each person. While a child may inherit a parent’s genes, they can also develop their own unique set of genes or even have their genes undergo mutations. This is why a child’s nose might be pointed or square rather than the perfectly pointed button nose of their parents.
If a man’s X chromosome has not been altered, their penis is likely to grow at an average rate. However, it’s important to know that just because a man has a small or large penis doesn’t mean they will enjoy sex more or less. If you are concerned about your genitals, talk to a doctor for medical treatment that can help improve sexual function and health. Contact a Urologist today for more information.
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