Question 1

are anabolic steroids safe?

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No: The list negative effects is long, including both short and long-term effects. The short list is aggression, manic episodes, acne, alopecia, increased risk of tendon tears, liver dysfunction, liver cancer, hypogonadism, decreased sperm count and mobility, gynecomastia, increased risk of prostate cancer, hypertension, cardiac hypertrophy, and case reports of sudden death. Those are the highlights.

Question 2

is it okay to use anabolic steroids?

Accepted Answer

Significant risks: You've heard of anabolic steroids. Those are the steroids people abuse in sports, and performance enhancement. You certainly will bulk up, run faster, gain strength and size. However, there are serious medical side effects which come along for the ride. Psychiatric disturbance is also a potential side effect – roid rage. Steroids should be prescribed and monitored by a competent physician.

Question 3

help please, what are anabolic steroids?

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They are hormones: derived from cholesterol, that are related to testosterone, which is the naturally occurring one (as is andostenedione). They are either semisynthetic (chemically related to testosterone) or fully synthetic. They increase metabolism and muscle mass, which is their natural function in men, and cause sexual maturation. In excessive doses, they are very toxic, which is one reason they are banned.

Question 4

what are the different kinds of anabolic steroids?

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See below: Anabolic steroids, technically known as anabolic-androgenic steroids (aas), are drugs that have similar effects to testosterone in the body. There are four common forms in which Anabolic steroids are administered: oral pills, injectable steroids, creams/gels for topical application, and skin patches.
Methyltestosterone and Fluoxymesterone as well as testosterone are examples.

Question 5

are injectable anabolic steroids legal?

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No: Unless they are prescribed by a doctor for one of the few medical conditions for which their use is appropriate, all forms of Anabolic steroids are illegal.

Question 6

can anabolic steroids cause allergic reactions?

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See below: Generally speaking, this class of compounds is not highly associated with severe allergic reactions but it is not impossible.  However, they are associated with many other severe side effects.

Question 7

what are some side effects of using anabolic steroids?

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See below: Depending on the length of drug abuse, there is a chance that the immune system can be damaged. Most of these side-effects are dose-dependent, the most common being elevated blood pressure, especially in those with pre-existing hypertension, and harmful changes in cholesterol levels: some steroids cause an increase in LDL "bad" cholesterol and a decrease in HDL "good" cholesterol.

Question 8

what should i expect after injecting anabolic steroids?

Accepted Answer

Anabolic steroids: Please go on-line to "www.drugabuse.gov/public"
Unless a doctor has documented that you have a low testosterone level it is foolhardy to use anabolic steroids. You should be aware of the athletes who have got themselves into trouble by using anabolic steroids.

Question 9

how do anabolic steroids mimic the effects of testorone?

Accepted Answer

Testosterone: As well as estrogen are the hormonal basis of all anabolic steroids.

Question 10

what are the side effects of using oral anabolic steroids?

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Many: Affects the adrenal system, liver , kidneys and can cause serious mood disorders.

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