Perhaps because it is kept hidden away for so much of the time, there seem to be a considerable number of myths, mistruths and misunderstandings that have arisen around the venerable penis. Knowing the facts about the penis helps a man improve his personal penis care, as well as provide shim with information which may come in handy while in an intimate situation. With this in mind, the following will help to set the record straight on several popular untruths concerning the male appendage. Six inches is above average. For decades, it was an accepted fact that the average length of the human adult penis was six inches. Countless bawdy jokes were based upon this premise, and more than a few men estimated the length of everyday objects by comparing them to their presumed six-incher. Unfortunately, it turns out that six inches is a bit of an exaggeration. Several studies have shown that the actual length is less than six inches. The most reliable has found the true average erect length to be between 5.1 and 5.2 inches. (Some studies have found it closer to 5.6 inches – but these were based on men self-reporting their size, and it’s fair to assume there may have been some exaggeration.) A guy with big hands… …Is no more likely to have a big penis than a guy with small hands. And the same is true for a guy with big feet, or a guy who is tall. All those other attempts to use various body parts and measurements to predict penis size are also doomed to failure. Sure, sometimes a guy with big feet has a big penis, but just as often he’s likely to have a small one. Really small is really uncommon. Many men worry that their penis is too small, especially compared to the monsters that they see in porn videos. In fact, most men have more than enough size to satisfy a partner, especially since skill is of much greater importance than size. And although many men think they have a tiny penis, a true micropenis (one that measure 2.75 inches or smaller when erect) is found in only 0.6% of adult men. No bones about it. A guy often says he “has a boner” or “popped a boner” to brag about having an erection. In fact, the human penis does not have a bone. (Many other animal penises do have one.) Instead, it is made up of three columns of spongy tissue, and it is these columns which become engorged with blood to bring about an erection. Because the human penis has no bone, it is technically not possible to break or fracture it. However, if the penis is hit with enough force (especially when erect), the tissue can rupture, and this is usually referred to as “breaking” the penis. And it can be intensely painful. Sperm removal Many men think that the purpose of the corona – the raised border at the base of the head – is to provide extra stimulation to the vagina. Scientists instead believe that this evolved in early Man as a way of keeping other men from inseminating a chosen mate. When thrusting deeply, the corona is shaped to “push out” semen which already may be inside the vagina. One other misconception: Men don’t need to do anything to maintain their penis health. Proper hygiene is required, and it helps to also regularly apply a first class penis health creme (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). Select a creme that is going to provide an array of healthy vitamins, ideally A, B5, C, D and E. The crème should also include alpha lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant that strengthens penis skin by fighting dangerous free radicals. Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common penis health issues, tips on improving sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.

Perhaps because it is kept hidden away for so much of the time, there seem to be a considerable number of myths, mistruths and misunderstandings that have arisen around the venerable penis. Knowing the facts about the penis helps a man improve his personal penis care, as well as provide shim with information which may come in handy while in an intimate situation. With this in mind, the following will help to set the record straight on several popular untruths concerning the male appendage.

Six inches is above average.
 
For decades, it was an accepted fact that the average length of the human adult penis was six inches. Countless bawdy jokes were based upon this premise, and more than a few men estimated the length of everyday objects by comparing them to their presumed six-incher.

Unfortunately, it turns out that six inches is a bit of an exaggeration. Several studies have shown that the actual length is less than six inches. The most reliable has found the true average erect length to be between 5.1 and 5.2 inches. (Some studies have found it closer to 5.6 inches - but these were based on men self-reporting their size, and it’s fair to assume there may have been some exaggeration.)

A guy with big hands…
 
…Is no more likely to have a big penis than a guy with small hands. And the same is true for a guy with big feet, or a guy who is tall. All those other attempts to use various body parts and measurements to predict penis size are also doomed to failure. Sure, sometimes a guy with big feet has a big penis, but just as often he’s likely to have a small one.

Really small is really uncommon.
 
Many men worry that their penis is too small, especially compared to the monsters that they see in porn videos. In fact, most men have more than enough size to satisfy a partner, especially since skill is of much greater importance than size. And although many men think they have a tiny penis, a true micropenis (one that measure 2.75 inches or smaller when erect) is found in only 0.6% of adult men.

No bones about it.
 
A guy often says he "has a boner" or "popped a boner" to brag about having an erection. In fact, the human penis does not have a bone. (Many other animal penises do have one.) Instead, it is made up of three columns of spongy tissue, and it is these columns which become engorged with blood to bring about an erection.

Because the human penis has no bone, it is technically not possible to break or fracture it. However, if the penis is hit with enough force (especially when erect), the tissue can rupture, and this is usually referred to as "breaking" the penis. And it can be intensely painful.

Sperm removal
 
Many men think that the purpose of the corona - the raised border at the base of the head - is to provide extra stimulation to the vagina. Scientists instead believe that this evolved in early Man as a way of keeping other men from inseminating a chosen mate. When thrusting deeply, the corona is shaped to "push out" semen which already may be inside the vagina.

One other misconception: Men don’t need to do anything to maintain their penis health. Proper hygiene is required, and it helps to also regularly apply a first class penis health creme (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). Select a creme that is going to provide an array of healthy vitamins, ideally A, B5, C, D and E. The crème should also include alpha lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant that strengthens penis skin by fighting dangerous free radicals.

Penis Myths – Know Thy Body

One of the best ways to promote penis health is for a man to know what he’s working with. There are several misconceptions that prevent men from properly caring for, using and feeling good about their equipment; this can have an impact on physical, sexual and emotional well-being. Everyone deserves to be informed about his or her body and all its glorious components, and myths about the body therefore deserve debunking. It’s time for the following penis myths to be laid to rest.

Myth #1: The average erect penis is 8 inches long.
Not even close. Research has established that the average erect penis measures within the 5.5- to 6.3-inch range. If men are comparing their members to the fictitious 8-inch average, they probably think they’re packing insufficient heat when they’re most likely average. (And besides, even a below-average-length penis can provide plenty of pleasure to a partner.)

Myth #2: Erections should be perfectly straight.
Not so. Curves are actually quite common - and usually harmless. In fact, they can even be beneficial to the sex act; a curved member can stimulate spots in a partner’s vagina or backdoor region that a straight penis has a harder time hitting. Curvature is only considered a problem if it interferes with sexual activity or causes pain for the man.

Myth #3: The penis is/is not a muscle.
Both of these statements are somewhat untrue, actually. The penis is not composed of skeletal muscle - the kind that attaches to bones, controls movement and generally contracts voluntarily. It does, however, contain a substantial amount of smooth muscle - this makes up roughly 50% of the rod. This type of muscle is also found in organs and blood vessels, and it contracts involuntarily. There are two kinds of smooth muscle in the penis: the corpora cavernosa (two chambers that engorge with blood during an erection) and the corpus spongiosum, which sits between the cavernosa and houses the urethra.

Myth #4: The penis can’t break.
While the penis can’t break in the sense that, say, a forearm can because there’s no bone in the member, it can fracture in its own way. This occurs when one or both corpora cavernosa rupture during an erection and blood escapes. Penis fractures are rare, but can occur during too-vigorous masturbation or sex (particularly when the female partner is on top). This is a very serious injury, marked by immediate severe pain, loss of erection and bruising. If it occurs, a man should get to the emergency room right away.

Myth #5: Most men are circumcised.
While this is true in the U.S., it’s certainly not a worldwide standard. In 2009 the CDC reported that about 35% of newborns in the U.S. were uncut; in the rest of the world, however, about 70% of men remain intact.

Myth #6: The penis has a mind of its own.
It’s true that erections sometimes come out of nowhere and stubbornly remain despite a man’s best wishes; it’s also true that a man can’t simply will an erection. However, the idea that the penis has a mind of its own can lead to some dangerous conclusions, such as the idea that the brain and the penis can’t operate at the same time. The penis doesn’t draw nearly enough blood away from the brain to impair decision-making capacity. Men who think they simply lack control when their peckers perk up are fooling themselves and, in the process, setting themselves up for irresponsible behavior, for which there is no excuse. Use the penis and the brain at the same time; it’s not only possible, but necessary for decent, humane conduct.

Myth #7: There are no male enhancement products that work.
While it’s likely true that the line of products claiming to lengthen the penis - from pills and pumps to weights and stretching devices - are a bunch of malarkey, there are other areas besides length in which penis form and function can be improved. A quality penis health cream (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) full of vitamins and antioxidants has the potential to enhance appearance, sensitivity levels and circulation within the member. Look for a cream with Shea butter and Vitamin E for smooth skin; vitamin C is also an ideal ingredient, as it can improve blood flow and help keep the skin looking youthful.