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Is Erect Penis Length Of 5 Inches Normal?
Question: Why does my penis look so small when not erect, its like 1 inch, and when erect its like 5 inches XXXXXXX I'm 18 years old
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Detailed Answer:
Thanks very much for your question.
Actually, what you describe is totally normal. The average erect penis length in humans is about 5 inches. Flaccid length varies widely. This is known as the "grower" versus "show-er" phenomenon: some men have short flaccid penises and others have longer flaccid penises. The shorter ones are growers and the longer ones are show-ers. Fortunately, the only thing that matters during intercourse is the erect penis length... and yours is perfectly normal.
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Detailed Answer:
Thanks very much for your question.
Actually, what you describe is totally normal. The average erect penis length in humans is about 5 inches. Flaccid length varies widely. This is known as the "grower" versus "show-er" phenomenon: some men have short flaccid penises and others have longer flaccid penises. The shorter ones are growers and the longer ones are show-ers. Fortunately, the only thing that matters during intercourse is the erect penis length... and yours is perfectly normal.
I hope this was helpful. In the future, for continuity of care, reach out to me directly at the following link:
YYYY.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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