I too think the pot and cigarettes are likely the cause. While some things may still improve (ie: facial hair), others will likely not (ie: height). There are also a few things that could go either way (ie: penis size). Just stay off the pot, cigs and anything else, and hope for the best!

thanks for the feedback. Anyone else have any insight on this situation?

As for the facial hear, I really wouldnt worry... There are men who never manage to grow any substantial amount of facial hair. My ex was 21 and never needed to shave... Some blokes just arent hairy!

I'm really not sure what kind of effect recreational drugs like marajuana have on sexual development... I'd be interested to find out though if anyone knows. It strikes me, though, that it perhaps might be a factor. Would you say smoking suppressed your sexual feelings?

i wouldnt say it suppressed my sexual feelings, because I have been sexually active since about the age of 16 or 17.

Kev,

first off, i'm a doctor, so maybe I can shed some insight into what's going on with you. Few questions first:

1) are you able to have erections and ejaculate?

2) as a child, were you on any medications for pituitary or renal/adrenal problems? Any childhood meds at all?

3) any current medications?

4) any history of genetic disorders in your family (e.G., turner's syndrome, trisomy 13, down's syndrome, kleinfelter's syndrome, etc.)?

5) how tall are your parents?

6) is your dad hairy/normal looking?


I'm 35 and I look like i'm 22. I shave about once a week, look very young, and get "carded" all the time when I am at bars, etc. No chest hair, no arm hair, and very little body hair. My voice isn't all that deep either. Some men just have low testosterone levels and never fully develop secondary sex characteristics. In your case, if it's not a genetic or medical condition, then I suspect it's just a combination of low testosterone coupled with simple genetics (i.E., short stature, slight build, etc.).


As for your penis, don't worry about it being small. As long as it works and works well, you should be able to please your partner and yourself without problems. Accept yourself for who you are and don't worry about what you think you should be. As you get older, you'll come to appreciate your youthful looks. It could be worse, you could be 22, hairy as hell, and balding.

My advice: if you don't have a family history of genetic disorders, you still might want to be examined by a physician. If you can, find a pediatric endocrinologist or regular endocrinologist and have a complete physical examination, including a complete blood work up (smac, cbc, testosterone levels, etc.). You could also seek consultation with a urologist to have your testicles examined to see if they are properly developed.

You're 22, which is still pretty young. Many guys don't stop growing and developing until 24 or 25. Each person is different in terms of growth and development. I would have a complete physical with labs to ensure everything is developing properly.


Zack

I know this is an old topic, but when someone can help, helps is good at any time.

Try these two sites:
www.Hypohh.Net
www.Pituitary.Org.Uk

in my case nothing is worse than being mis-diagnosed with having delayed puberty only to find out that you have kallmann's syndrome/hypogonadatrophic hyponadism.


I'm 29 and I have no sex drive. I have chosen not to take the meds needed because of a certain company here in the states that's involved in research I find morally and ethically wrong. If I had the money, i'd go to the uk and get what I need, but hey. I can live with my choice.


Besides, i've learned that there are more ways to express love than sex. And i've been lucky enough to find a warm, compassionate, understanding woman. Took a while to finally trust someone, but that's my own issues coming to light.

I would suggest finding an endocrinologist. I also suggest (and yes I do know this part is extremely hard) that you talk to various family members. Find out of any of them have had delayed puberty (male or female). In my case, it was my mother's side. My uncle went through puberty at the age of 19. Gotta love those dormant genes, eh?


If you ever need someone to talk to, send me a message.