Experts are suggesting that the increase in average penis size in the UK could be linked to the use of Ozempic.
From 2022 to 2024, the average penis size for British men has grown from 5.17 inches to 5.63 inches, marking an increase of 0.46 inches.
But what could be driving this change?
According to a recent study, the UK now holds the eighth position globally for the most significant increase in penis size over a span of two years.
Considering the UK’s ranking in other areas, such as wellbeing, where it is ranked as the second-most miserable country globally, penis size seems to be a minor concern in comparison.
Interestingly, Venezuelans experienced the most significant increase, with an average growth of 1.42 inches, bringing their average to 6.67 inches.
This raises questions about the factors contributing to these changes in Venezuela since 2022.
On the other hand, Italian men experienced a decrease in average size, dropping below five inches.
Some experts believe that Ozempic, a medication used for type two diabetes and weight loss, may be influencing the rise in penis size in certain regions.
Dr. Richard Viney explained to Diabetes.co.uk that as men age, their penises tend to shorten due to factors like increased body fat and prostate size, which pull the penis back into the body.
“It is theoretically possible new drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, which are used to treat diabetes and obesity respectively and can cause people to lose weight, could also be a factor. As men lose weight, their penises appear larger,” he said.
It’s crucial to note that penis size is not medically significant.
Pharmacist Navin Khosla emphasized: “While the data is interesting, penis size doesn’t matter in a medical sense.”
Khosla also reminded that preferences vary widely: “Just like how some people prefer different fashion styles, eye colours, or characteristics in a partner, some people are more attracted to larger penises or breasts, while others prefer smaller ones.”
The data gathered to assess penis size changes comes from several studies, some of which were based on self-reported measurements.
A study from 2013 found that only a third of men are satisfied with their size, but scientific research and lived experiences have shown that size is not the ultimate factor of importance.