Q12. Are there alternatives to penis enlargement surgery?

A12. Yes but not all of them are effective. In some cases, the ‘self-help’ options work which include trimming excess pubic hair to reveal the penis or losing weight. Diet and exercise can make a big difference.

There are non-surgical options such as vacuum pumps, herbal tablets, attaching weights to the penis and electrical/magnetic devices which promise to stimulate growth. Hormone therapy using steroids is another option. These are all marketed on the internet as well as in various magazines targeted at men.

The problem with these is that they are marketed at a captive audience but there is no scientific evidence that they benefit in the long term. You need to sift out what works from what is pure hype.

Some of these work on a temporary basis but do not appear to show a sustained benefit.

Penis Enlargement FAQS Index:

Penis Enlargement FAQs Intro

1. What is considered a normal sized penis?
2. I feel that my penis is too small and because of this, avoid communal changing rooms: is there anything I can do about this?
3. My penis is too small and has started to affect my sexual performance: why is this?
4. Can I have my penis enlarged?
5. What is penis enlargement surgery?
6. Is there more than one type of penis enlargement surgery?
7. How much does penis enlargement cost?

8. Can I have penis enlargement surgery on the NHS?
9. What are the risks of penis enlargement surgery?
10. What can I expect from penis enlargement surgery?
11. What is ‘phalloplasty?’
12. Are there alternatives to penis enlargement surgery?
13. What is a ‘penis pump?’