At some point in their lives, most men wish they had a larger penis. However, it may not be all it is cracked up to be. A well-endowed man may actually have a more difficult time having sex and could experience pain, or cause his partner pain. Learn more about pitfalls of the well-hung man, and ways to promote penis health for men of all shapes and sizes.

Sometimes it hurts to have sex with my partner, is it possible for a penis to be too big?

Of all the problems a man could have in life, having a too large penis is probably one of the more brag-worthy ones. That being said, it is possible to have a somewhat incompatible sexual fit between partners, and yes, a penis can be too large and cause discomfort for both partners. The vagina is very flexible, and when the woman is aroused, it naturally expands to accommodate a variety of penis sizes - both in length and in girth. Occasionally, a very well endowed man may have issues with hitting his partner’s cervix during sex. The cervix is at the back of the vaginal canal; it is a hard surface and can cause pain to the penis if it is thrust to vigorously into the cervix - a situation that will definitely cause pain to his female counterpart. This may be more likely to happen with a shorter female, or one who has a shorter vaginal canal - something that cannot be determined just by looking at a woman.

In some cases, the girth of a penis can make sex difficult and uncomfortable for both partners. When partners are mismatched in this department, it is possible for extreme chafing and even bleeding to occur. Needless to say, this is a painful happening for the man and the woman and something one hopes never to encounter.

Is there anything one can do to prevent this type of pain during sex?

If the fit is extremely tight, there may not be a way to avoid the discomfort altogether. However, in order to minimize the pain and hopefully make sex enjoyable for both parties, it is important to lubricate, lubricate, lubricate! Do not discount the distance a good lubricant can go in making things more comfortable. A high quality lube can reduce or eliminate friction altogether, making sex more pleasurable. In such cases, it is important for the woman to be very aroused as this engorgement will help her vagina to expand and allow for easier penetration by her partner. Engaging in a lot of foreplay before getting down to business can really help things go more smoothly. Finally, when penetration is attempted, be sure to go slowly to prevent sudden pain or tearing of the delicate vaginal tissue - a problem that can happen when premature entry is attempted.

How can men keep the penis healthy?

A large penis requires penis care, just the same as a smaller one. However, paying special attention to the skin of the penis may be even more important. A large penis may experience more friction and possibly even superficial bruising or tissue damage from enduring more rough sex. It is therefore very important to maintain the health of the penis skin, as it may be susceptible to more wear and tear than the average Johnson. Using a penis vitamin cream (most professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil) can not only moisturize the penis and improve the health of the skin, but it can also repair damaged cells and tissue that can lead to long-term damage if left untreated. A penis that undergoes frequent rough sex, may be susceptible to Peyronie’s disease, which is a curvature of the penis caused by scar tissue, protect the penis from Peyronie’s by using a specially formulated penis vitamin cream.