Penis Enlargement & Average Size: Perception and Reality

Average penis size is a difficult subject to discuss, for many reasons. But for those concerned about penis size and considering penis enlargement, it is a very important topic of discussion.

Studies

Multiple studies have concluded that average (mean) erect penis length is between 5.1 and 5.9 inches. Median penis size is somewhere below that range (suggesting that the data are skewed by some abnormally large penises). Average penis girth is around 4.85 - 5.0 inches at mid shaft.

Perception

Many men have difficulty gauging the size of their penis because of their viewpoints. From the above perspective, the penis tends to look smaller. Men with average sized penises often believe that they have small penises and seek penis enlargement simply to reach an average state.

It is not uncommon for a man to seek penis enlargement because of the current cultural perception of penis size. In Western culture a large penis is seen as highly desirable. Common perception is that a large penis is more sexually desirable for women and that a big penis is a sign of manhood.

If a man perceives his penis to be smaller than it truly is, he might consequently come to believe that he is an inadequate lover and a lesser man. In response, many men seek penis enlargement to increase their own feelings of self worth.