• male
• 25 Years
• 14/08/2025

i think i might have phimosis and heard surgery could help but im worried about how long recovery takes and if insurance usually covers it

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I've been measuring and my penis is around 7.5 inches which seems decent, but I'm noticing it looks a bit thinner than I'd like. I'm really curious, is there a way to increase its thickness?

It's normal for penises to vary in shape and size. While there are no guaranteed methods to increase thickness significantly, exercises like jelqing or treatments such as dermal fillers may help, but it's best to consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice and to address any concerns.

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I'm newly married, just about two weeks ago, and I've been having some issues when trying to have intercourse. My erection doesn't seem to last. When my penis gets hard and I attempt to enter the vagina, it suddenly loses the erection. Even if I do manage to get it up again, the same thing keeps happening. It's really depressing and making me anxious. Do you think this is a permanent issue? Also, my penis is around 11 centimeters longis that adequate for sex? Is there a cure for these erection problems, or is there something I should be doing differently?

it will be cure

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I'm unmarried and usually masturbate 2 or 3 times a week. I'm worried if this could affect my health or sexual life in the future. Is there anything I should do to stop or reduce it? Could it be causing any internal issues that I should know about?

Masturbation, in moderation, is a normal and healthy part of human sexuality, and it's unlikely to cause significant harm to your physical or sexual health; however, excessive masturbation can lead to issues like fatigue, guilt, or decreased sensitivity; to maintain a healthy balance, consider setting limits, engaging in other hobbies, and practicing relaxation techniques,

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