Curved penises are a normal variation caused by one chamber being shorter, not a cause for concern.
Genitals like the clitoris and penis share similar structures, starting from the same basic hardware during embryonic development.
Deep dives
Curved penises are completely normal
Curved penises are a normal variation and can be caused by one of the chambers in the shaft being shorter than the others. As long as it doesn't cause pain, it is nothing to be concerned about.
All genitals are made of the same parts
Genitals, such as the clitoris and penis, are made of the same underlying structures. During embryonic development, all bodies start with the same basic hardware, which then organizes differently based on hormonal influences. The clitoris and penis share similar components and can be thought of as homologous structures.
Understanding the anatomy of the clitoris and penis
The clitoris has internal components, including two legs and bulbs, which are similar to the chambers in the penis. The external part of the clitoris, the glans, is analogous to the head of the penis. Both the clitoris and penis can become erect and experience pleasure when stimulated.
Embracing body acceptance and pleasure
It is important to challenge societal expectations and embrace body acceptance. Masturbation and sexual pleasure do not cause permanent damage to genitals. Loving and accepting one's body as it is can lead to greater confidence and enjoyment of sexual experiences.
A man is embarrassed about his curved penis, and his partner doesn’t know what to say to him because she’s not sure if the curviness is normal. Emily serves up some real talk about sexual anatomy and explains that we all have the same basic genital parts, regardless of the sex we were assigned at birth. Plus, Emily and her producer, Mo, discuss how to combat poisonous cultural messages about what kinds of bodies are "normal."
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