Should you be concerned about the size of your testicles?
Several men worry about the size of their testicles, fearing that their size (or size) could affect their virility and sexual performance. The good news is that there is no truth to the rumor that having smaller testicles compromises a man’s ability to give and enjoy great sex, or to father children. However, there may be ways in which the size of the testicles can be an indication of a disease or disorder.
According to urologists, the testicles of a normal adult can range from 1.57 inches (four centimeters) to 2.75 inches (seven centimeters). If you find yours is less than 1.5 inches, you may want your doctor to take a look at the “family jewels.” The testicles are responsible for producing the hormone testosterone (which determines the level of libido in men, among others) and sperm. Smaller than normal testicles could indicate a hormonal problem, which could affect your masculinity and fertility.
Some men are also concerned about the uneven size of the testicles; that is, when one side appears to be larger than the other. This is completely normal and should not cause discomfort, except if there is swelling, pain, or if you feel a noticeable lump. These could be early signs of testicular cancer, which commonly affects men between the ages of 19 and 44. That is why regular self-exam of the testicles is important; caught early, testicular cancer is easy to treat.
If your testicles are in good condition, you really don’t need to worry about their size. They grew to full size once you became an adult, and there really is no scientifically proven or approved way to grow them even larger. If you are concerned that the size of your testicles may affect the way women think of you, you may find comfort in the results of a survey showing that women generally dislike very large or very low hanging. For many women, medium-sized testicles are ideal.
Genetics play an important role in the size of the testicles. Scientific studies suggest that, on average, blacks have testicles that are up to twice the size of Asians (and while this may affect the amount of sperm produced by Asian men, it does not affect the quality). The size of the testicles of Caucasian men is somewhere in the middle.
On the other hand, anthropological studies show that the size of a man’s testicles can influence his level of promiscuity. Allan and Barbara Pease have suggested in their book “Why Men Don’t Listen, Women Can’t Read Maps,” that the bigger a man’s testicles, the more inclined he is to be promiscuous and the greater his need for sex. more frequently. That is why the eunuchs (castrated males) were put in charge of the harems of the ancient Arab kings; they could be trusted not to covet the king’s concubines.
In today’s world, a man need not worry about the size of his testicles affecting his appearance, sexual performance, or fertility. As long as they are healthy and functioning as intended by nature, there is no cause for alarm.