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Question:
hi, i am a 24 yr old male with a bent penis which is only 5 inches when erect. i also suffer from P.E. it makes me feel very inferior and scares me from approachin a woman for the fear of being an object of ridicule. depressed.

Answer:
by Scott Gross:
(02/24/2005)
Hi and thanks for your question. As to your concerns about your penis size I don't think that you should worry. Men's penises come in all shapes and sizes and unfortunately our culture is not very good about explaining, describing, or showing that fact. Average erect penis lengths are between 4.5 and 6 inches long. You fall right into that category. Intercourse with a woman is much more than just penetration. Many women find a very long penis to be an uncomfortable or even painful experience because the vaginal canal simply is not long enough to accomodate a penis much longer than the average (of course each woman is different in her preference and body shape just as men are). And as long as the bend in your penis does not cause you any pain then you might consider it an advantage. It will likely cause more pleasure in a woman due to the extra pressure on the walls of her vagina. Body image concerns can be very debilitating and may not be cleared up just by my answer, but if a particular partner does not accept you because you don't fit into an imaginary concept of perfection then perhaps that wasn't the right partner in the first place.

Unfortunately I don't know what you mean by P.E. and so can't talk directly to that. If it is a developmental condition then you may want to direct a more specific question to one of the experts who specializes in that area. However, I can talk briefly about beginning a relationship or approaching potential mates. You may be looking in the wrong areas. Bars and night clubs are often difficult places to meet people who will form a lasting relationship with you because there is no dialogue of your core interests. Meeting people through work, religious organizations, interest groups, gyms, etc. can be much easier and more fulfilling. Talk about the things that are of interest to you and listen to the things that interest the other person. Also, if you are internet savvy try chat rooms, especially local chat groups and interest chat groups. It's much easier to be yourself and form a relationship when both people are not so concerned about their initial appearance.

I hope this helps you. Feel free to ask us any other questions you might have...we're here to help.

Take care, Scott Gross

Reviewed by: Scott Gross M. Ed.

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