Fatness around the Penis and how to reduce it

Many men wish their penis looked bigger. Often the real issue is not size but fat around the base of the penis, which hides part of its length. If you want to reduce fat around the penis area, here is what works.

Rising obesity rates mean more men deal with this. Fat around the penis can affect sex life, confidence and mental health, and in more severe cases it causes medical problems too.

How To Get Rid of Fat Around Penis

Fat around the penis builds up in the pad of tissue above the pubic bone. When that fat pad and the skin around it get large enough, the penis can be partly or fully hidden. Doctors call this a buried penis.

The most common cause of buried penis is severe obesity. It can also happen in men who are not heavy, because of scarring, skin conditions, swelling (lymphedema) or something present from birth.

Fatness around the penis can be reduced, but it takes time and commitment.

A large pubic fat pad makes the penis look shorter. The more weight you carry, the more likely a buried penis becomes.

A buried penis is more than a cosmetic issue. It can make it hard to keep the area clean, cause urine to dribble or spray, lead to skin infections and urinary tract infections, and make sex difficult.

Regular aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, cycling, swimming or jumping rope, helps you lose overall body fat, including the fat at the base of the penis.

Eat a balanced diet as you lose weight. A registered dietitian can give you a meal plan that fits your needs.

Instead of eating processed foods, eat whole grains, vegetables, lean protein and foods with healthy fats, such as olive oil, nuts and oily fish like salmon.

Some men have a noticeable pubic fat pad without being very overweight, often because of genetics. Weight loss still helps, and a doctor can tell you if another cause is involved.

Several procedures can help when weight loss is not enough. A urologist or plastic surgeon may suggest:

Liposuction: Fat is suctioned out of the pubic fat pad through small tubes (cannulas). It is done by a trained surgeon, usually under anesthesia.

Panniculectomy: This surgery removes the hanging apron of skin and fat from the lower belly (the pannus), which can cover the pubic area and penis.

Liposuction and surgery have real risks, including infection, bleeding and poor wound healing. Some clinics also offer non-surgical fat reduction devices, but evidence for them in this area is limited, and they usually require several sessions.

Exercise helps by burning calories, but no exercise targets fat around the penis specifically. Compound movements such as barbell squats build muscle and burn more energy than isolation moves. Include squats in one of your effective workout routines, as part of full-body strength training two or three days a week.

Start with a weight you can lift 8-12 times with good form, do 2-3 sets, and rest about a minute between sets. Add weight gradually.

Eating mostly unprocessed food helps with weight loss because it is more filling for fewer calories. Protein is also very filling and helps you keep muscle while you lose fat.

For healthy adults, protein should make up 10% to 35% of daily calories. Active people who are losing weight often aim for the higher end of that range.

How To Reduce Fat Around Penis

The best way to reduce fat around the penis is overall weight loss. The more fat you lose, the more of the penis will show.

Weight loss may not fully fix a buried penis, though. A review of adult acquired buried penis notes that weight loss can improve symptoms but may not resolve the problem, especially when the skin has stretched or scarred. In those cases, surgery may be needed.

Surgery usually involves removing the fat pad and skin above the pubic bone (an escutcheonectomy), sometimes with a tummy tuck or panniculectomy. The surgeon then anchors the skin at the base of the penis so it stays exposed, and may use skin grafts if the shaft skin is damaged.

Reducing fat in this area can be harder if you are older or have a lot of weight to lose, but it is still possible. Regular exercise plus a calorie-controlled diet is the place to start.

Squats and other strength exercises help, but do not overdo them. Two to three challenging sets, a few times a week, is plenty for most people. Doing 10 or more sets of squats every day raises your risk of injury without speeding fat loss.

If loose skin remains after major weight loss, surgery to remove it is an option.

How To Lose Fat Around Penis Area

You cannot choose where your body loses fat. Spot reduction does not work, so losing fat around the penis area means losing fat overall.

A diet built on vegetables, fruit, whole grains, lean protein and healthy fats supports that. As your overall body fat drops, the pubic fat pad shrinks too.

Exercises like performing a barbell squat, dumbbell push-up, mountain climbers and low-to-high planks can be part of a full-body routine that burns calories and builds muscle.

Many men have looked down in the mirror and been disappointed to see their belly and pubic fat hiding the penis. The good news is that weight loss often helps a lot.

When diet and exercise are not enough, surgeons have other tools:

Anchoring the skin: During surgery, the skin at the base of the penis is attached to the deeper tissue above the pubic bone so the penis stays exposed.

Skin grafting: If the skin of the shaft is scarred or damaged, the surgeon may cover it with a skin graft, usually taken from the thigh.

Surgeries to cut the ligament that holds the penis to the pubic bone are sometimes marketed for "lengthening." These carry real risks, and you should discuss them carefully with a board-certified urologist.

Frequently asked Questions (FAQs):

Does losing weight help you lose fat and around the penis area?

Yes. As you lose weight, the pubic fat pad shrinks and more of the penis becomes visible, so it looks larger.

What are the other ways of losing fat around the penis?

Along with eating healthily and exercising, make other healthy lifestyle changes. If you smoke, quit, since smoking also harms blood flow and erections. If weight loss is not enough, talk to a urologist about surgery.

Where will I first lose fat on my penis?

Everyone is different. Your genes largely decide where you lose fat first, and the lower belly and pubic area are often among the last places to slim down.

How do I lose fat in my private area?

You cannot lose fat from one area alone. You have to lose fat overall. As you do, the area around your penis will shrink and your penis will look bigger.

Is fatness around the penis common or not?

It is common, especially in men with obesity.

Fatness around the penis is treatable or not?

Yes. Weight loss helps in many cases, and surgery can treat a buried penis when weight loss is not enough.

How can I diagnose fatness around the penis?

See a professional doctor, such as your primary care doctor or a urologist. They can check for a buried penis and rule out other causes.

Is it common among patients to lose self-esteem in such a condition?

Yes, it is common. Counseling can help, and doctors often recommend it alongside treatment.

Conclusion:

Fat around the penis can affect self-esteem, stamina and your sex life. In more severe cases, a buried penis can also cause hygiene problems, infections and trouble urinating.

Eating well and exercising regularly is the best way to prevent and reduce it. If you notice fat building up around your penis, starting on weight loss early makes it easier to manage.

Treatment options include diet, exercise and surgery. Many men find this issue stressful, so don't hesitate to get counseling as well.

Losing weight takes time, and progress may be slow at first. Stick with it, and talk to your doctor if you need help.