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Ask the doctor: Is penile enlargement surgery considered plastic surgery? Does it work?

The aim of penile enlargement surgery is to increase both the girth and the length of the penis to improve function (Photo: Shutterstock)

Is penile enlargement surgery considered plastic surgery? Does it work?

Penile enlargement although controversial, is part of plastic surgery and we have performed a number locally with satisfactory results. The aim is to increase both the girth and the length of the penis to improve function. Patient selection is very important and other psychosocial illness such as body dysmorphic disorders must be ruled out before proceeding with the enlargement. The procedure costs between Sh500,000 to Sh800,000.

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