Penile girth enlargement is a cosmetic procedure that increases the thickness of the penis by transferring the patient's own fat, taken from the abdomen by liposuction, beneath the penile skin. It is for healthy men over 21 who are self-conscious about penile girth. Outcomes are not fully predictable, and some fat is reabsorbed over time.
- AnaesthesiaLocal with sedation or general anaesthesia
- DurationTypically 1 to 2 hours
- Hospital stayDay care
- Back to routineUsually 5 to 7 days
What is penile girth enlargement?
Some men feel self-conscious about penile thickness, which can affect confidence and how they feel about sexual relationships. Girth enlargement is one option, considered after a frank discussion of expectations and the limits of surgery.
Fat is removed from the abdomen through a small incision using liposuction, processed and injected beneath the skin of the penis through another small incision. Dissolvable stitches close the incisions and a soft rolled dressing helps the fat spread evenly.
Part of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed, usually over 5 to 6 months, which can cause unevenness and may require a further procedure. Penile enhancement surgery does not have a fully predictable outcome.
Who is penile girth enlargement for?
- Men over 21 in good general health
- No previous penile enlargement surgery
- Realistic expectations about the degree of change
- Men with complications from earlier surgery or psychological vulnerability may not be suitable
How is it done?
- Medical review, examination and discussion of benefits and limitations
- Stop smoking and alcohol before and after surgery; avoid aspirin and similar medicines
- Anaesthesia is given
- Fat is harvested from the abdomen by liposuction, processed and injected beneath the penile skin
- Incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches and a soft rolled dressing applied
What is recovery like?
- Pain, discomfort and swelling are managed with pain relief
- Most men return to work in about 5 to 7 days
- Follow dressing instructions so the fat settles evenly
- Sexual activity and strenuous exercise are usually avoided for several weeks, as advised
- Final contour is typically judged after about 6 months, once reabsorption has settled
What are the risks?
- Lumpiness or uneven contour
- Infection
- Reabsorption of fat, reducing the gain and sometimes needing further injections
- Bruising and swelling at the penis and liposuction site
- Outcome is not fully predictable
Why choose Dr. Jithendran?
- Dual training in orthopaedics (MS) and plastic surgery (MCh, DNB), with hand and microsurgery experience from Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore
- Consults at five hospitals across Bengaluru, with 24×7 availability for emergencies
- Clear explanations in English, Tamil, Hindi and Telugu, and time to answer every question
- Strict sterilisation and patient-privacy standards
Frequently asked questions
How is penile girth increased?
The procedure uses your own fat. Fat is taken from the abdomen by liposuction, processed and injected beneath the skin of the penis. A soft dressing helps it spread evenly. No implant is used.
Are the results permanent?
Not fully. Some of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed, usually over 5 to 6 months, which can reduce the gain or cause unevenness. Further fat injections may be needed. Penile enhancement surgery does not have a fully predictable outcome.
Who is suitable for girth enlargement?
Suitable candidates are healthy men over 21 who have not had previous penile enlargement surgery and have realistic expectations. Men with complications from earlier surgery or psychological vulnerability may not be suitable and may be advised against surgery.
How soon can I return to work?
Most men return to work about 5 to 7 days after surgery. Pain, discomfort and swelling are managed with medicines. Your surgeon will advise when sexual activity and exercise can resume.
Can unevenness be corrected?
Early unevenness can sometimes be corrected by gently repositioning the injected fat. Unevenness from later fat reabsorption usually needs further injections. Your surgeon will review the contour at follow-up visits over several months.
