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why are anabolic steroids banned?

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Because of abuses: One of the public forces that drove govt to "ban" Anabolic steroids was high-profile athletes, some of who 'professed' never to have used them, were proven to be 'guilty'. Soit was 'secret', 'illicit' +not above board.  Much use was 'amateur' and not managed by competent physicians.  Doctors in general were either negative, uninformed of legitimate usage, or both. The media had a profit heyday.

Question 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

what should i expect after injecting anabolic steroids?

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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 6

how do anabolic steroids mimic the effects of testorone?

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

Question 7

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.

Question 8

what are the side effects of taking oral anabolic steroids?

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Many Adverse Effects: Side effects from taking oral Anabolic steroids can range from mild to severe.  Hypertension, elevated cholesterol, changes in blood sugar, baldness, and cardiovascular disease occur.  Males can develop gynecomastia or enlarged breasts, reduced sexual function, aggression. Irritability and testicular atrophy.  Females can experience lowering of their voices, and  increased body hair.

Question 9

what are the side effects associated with anabolic steroids?

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Many: Increased bad cholesterol, atrophy of the testicles, acne, high blood pressure, liver damage, heart disease and (depending on the drug) enlarged breasts. Also there are reports of increased irritability, and mania. Definitely powerful medications which should be taken under a doctor's supervision.

Question 10

can a man with klinefelters syndrome take anabolic steroids?

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Testosterone needed: Men with kleinfelters usually have small testes that do not make enough testosterone.  Therefore, testosterone replacement is often needed.  However, once the t replacement gets your t to a normal level, more is not better. How do you judge a normal level of t replacement? It is not as straightforward as with thyroid. You need to judge bone health, male characteristics, and side effects.

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