Many men worry about the size of their penis, and especially about what their partner thinks of it. Dr Sam Ward looked into this question with colleagues in a scientific literature review, published in the International Journal of Impotence Research. Their conclusion: there is no solid evidence that penis size determines how satisfied a partner is.
In short
- Many men believe the size of their penis determines how satisfied their partner is. Scientifically, this has not been shown.
- Dr Sam Ward co-authored a literature review on this topic, published in the International Journal of Impotence Research (2023).
- The existing studies are few, involve small groups, often rely on self-reported answers and contradict each other.
- Sexual satisfaction depends on many factors, such as intimacy, communication and how partners experience sex together.
- If you have doubts about your body, talk to a doctor. A treatment is never the only or obvious answer.
What we do not promise: that a treatment will improve your relationship or your sex life. Your expectations are discussed honestly during the consultation.
A question many men think about
Penis size has long been associated with strength, masculinity and status. Many men therefore assume that it determines how satisfied their partner is. That idea can cause insecurity, even in men with a completely normal anatomy.
What the research says
Dr Ward and his colleagues searched the international medical literature for studies on penis size and partner sexual satisfaction. There turned out to be very few.
The results of those studies are incomplete and contradictory. They also have important limitations: the groups of participants are small, and the data often come from questionnaires that people fill in themselves. The review concludes that much stronger scientific evidence is needed to show a link.
What satisfaction does depend on
Sexual satisfaction depends on many factors, such as emotional intimacy, how partners communicate and how they experience sex. Talking openly about expectations and insecurities often helps more than focusing on a single physical feature.
If doubts about your body keep bothering you, talking to a doctor or a sex therapist can help. In an article for GPs, Dr Ward and Dr Shirley Loos advise reassuring worried patients with scientific information and referring them on where needed.
What does this mean if you are considering UroFill®?
UroFill® is a treatment to increase penile girth. Choosing it is a personal decision. The research does not show that it increases your partner’s satisfaction, and a treatment is never necessary for a good sex life.
During the consultation, Dr Ward discusses your questions and expectations openly. Together you look at whether a treatment suits you, or whether a conversation with a sex therapist might help more.
Source
Loos S, De Wil P, Delcarte L, Serefoglu EC, Van Renterghem K, Ward S. The effect of penis size on partner sexual satisfaction: a literature review. International Journal of Impotence Research. 2023;35(6):519–522. DOI: 10.1038/s41443-022-00636-7
This information is general and does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your body or your sexual health, talk to your GP, a sex therapist or a urologist.