I have a protruding clitoris the size of my middle toe; should I hide it?;

Yes!... There are ways to help this issue and you are a blessing to be asking this in her behalf. Before you get confused... I understand in your description as that she has a larger/ longer than average "clitoris core", but not a longer or larger labia or hood over her clitoris.
The best way to protect and preserve the clitoris naturaly is via the hood and labia. What that dr said is wise, ACCEPT in any moment while her clitoris is firmed or erect it would be dangerous to be forcing it down or holding it down and probably painful. A little looseness of clothing over the area is best. Most panties are too tight through the crotch... go loose.
Hopefully her labia and clit hood can be brought up to size so that they cover her clitoris to the end.
I would have to suggest you to look into the methods many men use to stretch and induce lengthening of their foreskin / prepuce and penile shaft skin to allieviate either a tight foreskin or a circumcised foreskin. web search "foreskin restoration" or un-circumcising. The same techniques could be used to stretch her labia and hood.
Men have discovered some favorite creams, oils, moisturizers, and lotions to be applied to their penis glans and inner foreskin. These are great for protecting a clitoris too... My husband likes the same lanolin based stuff I used for nipple dryness during breast feeding.
Besides those there are don't do's as well,.. Abrasive or ruff clothing, dry masturbation, harsh soaps, unprotected sunlight/ tanning light exposure. I find many women over bathe or wash out too much of their natural vulvar moisture.
to original poster: henjenny , You sound more confused and unfamiliar than most adult women should have to be... I'm glad you are asking. Keep searching facts and studying your body don't alter it or have any surgery... and don't be surprised if you find a whole new delight with a man that you share everything with. You may benefit as we all could by seeing a sex therapist to discuss your frustrations.

Very nicely said I have a large clit was ashamed for a long time but now I love it

My circumcision fell ten times worse.

Lady No need to stress at all. A large clitoris is beautiful and the right man will appreciate you more than what you could ever imagine. Be proud to what you have received as you are a creation of the one and only living God who made you perfect in every way. Always remember you are made to his image.

Stella how big is ur clit?? A man loves a woman with a big clit !!

I think a big clit is a beautiful thing!! I love a woman with a big clit!! How big would you say urs is??

Do not mind the idiots and I know how you feel....I am a male and several woman have rejected to have sex with me because they say my penis is too short. So you are not the only one people do not take the time to appreciate who you are...

As the last gentleman stated; her fiancée likes her as she is; not a clown fashion model.

Well since I was young I've had a penis that produces lubrication upon arousal, some people call it precum , but for me when my penis does that I have a strong desire to put something down into my penis . Like a marker , pen , metal rod . When people hear of this they think I have a problem or just like pain . They don't understand I lubricate sufficiently and actually get pleasure , not pain from the experience. I've always wanted to meet a woman who has a clit big enough to f**k my urethra when I get wet . Let your freak flag fly . There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed about , we are a species evolving and changing . Sure maybe what you have isn't like what others have , but to ignore it and not allow yourself to be totally free to use what you have for your benifet and to your partner's it's just a horrible way to go . Let your freak flag fly and if people make fun of you or think you're weird then try to ignore them . They are just ignorant or jealous that you have a gift . The one organ in all of humanity that's only function is pleasure is the clit , sounds like something to be proud of to have a big one .

I think it's great all of the positive and different loving views of the clitoris. One thing I just learned about though is that it can rarely be a sign of a presentation of the simple virilizing form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). If you have other signs of CAH you, especially in pre-pubescent children, you should talk with your doctor about this. No matter, loving your clitoris is the only option!

As a guy I can only dream of having something like that on my bride to play with. Be thankful you have what you have.

Easier to suck

I wish you were my woman i would love your beautiful cilt. So sexy.

LOL ^^ I was thinking the EXACT same thing..

A large protruding clitoris is a big turn on for me .I just love to see the exposed glans peeping out when it is aroused.