However, results show that those with complaints about these issues had negative perceptions of condom fit and feel (p = 0.024). Overall, the majority of men did not complain about condom fit and feel. When the two variables were combined, shorter penile lengths with smaller circumferences were predictive indicators of condoms being too loose (p = 0.047) or too long (p = 0.004) whereas longer penile lengths combined with larger circumferences were predictive of condoms being reported as too tight and too short (p = 0.001). For the penile length, participants categorised as “shorter” had a mean penis length of 11cm (range 4 to 12cm) “medium” a mean length of 14cm (range 13 to 15cm) and “longer” a mean penile length of 18cm (range 16 to 26cm).Īs regards circumference, men in the “larger” group described condoms as being too short and too tight particularly around the glans (head of the penis) and the penis base. Participants were broadly grouped into three categories of short, medium and large penile sizes. Participants were aged 18 years and above, had no condom allergy and reported using condoms as contraception or disease prevention at the time of the study.ĭata were collected on condom fit and feel through self-reporting by the men, who took the measurements using a paper-based measuring device that ranged from 0 to 23cm for length and 0 to 19cm for circumference. The sites were selected based on their geographic diversity (representative of the US) and disproportionate prevalence of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. The study was conducted among 1661 participants recruited electronically through advertisements on sex and adult-oriented websites as well as print advertisements in local newspapers and sexual health community-based organisations across seven US states. In the language of healthcare, something that happens in a “community setting” or in “the community” occurs outside of a hospital. It sought to clarify whether overall penile dimensions (length and circumference combined) provide more insight beyond the knowledge on the impact of length and circumference independently. The current study, conducted by the Centre for Sexual Health Promotion at Indiania University, therefore sought to add to our current understanding of this issue by exploring relationships between men’s actual penile dimensions and perceptions about condom fit and feel. Some of these findings have led to calls for manufacturers to expand condom sizes and shapes. Some studies have demonstrated improved performance when condoms fitted the penile length and circumference well. Previous studies have shown associations between penile dimensions and condom outcomes. However, the researchers found that most men do not have problems with condom fit and feel.

Men with shorter or larger penile dimensions (length and circumference) are more likely to have negative attitudes towards condom fit and feel, according to a report published in the online edition of Sexually Transmitted Infections.

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