Man with world's smallest penis seeks surgery funds
Michael Phillips, a man from North Carolina with a 0.38-inch (1cm) erect penis—believed to be the smallest in the world—has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $22,000 (approximately £16,600) for penis-enlargement surgery. Phillips says his condition, known as micropenis, causes daily embarrassment, affects his confidence, and makes urination difficult.
Medical condition diagnosed last year
Phillips, who was officially diagnosed with micropenis in 2025, first realized his penis was unusually small in high school when a girl laughed after he told her its size. A micropenis is medically defined as a flaccid but stretched penis less than 2.6 inches (9cm). Phillips says his penis is the size of his fingernail when erect.
He told TMZ: "I have worked hard to save as much as I can toward the cost of surgery and injections that could help increase the girth and allow me to use the restroom more normally. However, I still need additional support to cover the full cost of the procedure."
Procedure aims to improve daily life
The surgery involves injecting semi-permanent dermal filler into his genitals. Phillips hopes the procedure will allow him to stop wearing nappies and use the toilet normally. He emphasized that while the surgery won't cure his micropenis, it would "make a significant difference in my daily life by helping me avoid the need for pull ups and regain some normalcy and comfort."
Phillips has appeared on television to discuss his condition, aiming to raise awareness that micropenis is a genuine medical condition, not just a slang term. He added on his GoFundMe page: "Your support would mean the world to me and help me take a big step toward living with more dignity and independence."
Everyday objects compared to his penis size
Phillips' penis is roughly the size of a standard paperclip, the width of an adult pinky finger, a Lego brick height, a SIM card, a pencil eraser width, or a AAA battery spring. Despite the challenges, he remains hopeful that the fundraising will help him achieve a better quality of life.
