why aren't athletes allowed to take steroids?

Question

After injury & scarring to the front of my chin and having four teeth removed, my gums are receding at a race pace. Help. Will steroids allow growth?

Answer 1

Complicated: The word "steroid" is confusing to many, as there are two classes of drugs: corticosteroids and anabolic steroids. Atheletes may not take the *anabolic* kind because it gives them an unfair competitive advantage in building their muscles. *Corticosteroids*, on the other hand, are used to treat inflammation and may be used for everything from bursitis to asthma. Athletes may take those, no problem.

Answer 2

Yes: Topical or internal steroids can aggravate or cause rosacea in predisposed individuals.

Answer 3

Not usually : Steroids do not typically cause rosacea but may increase the potential for facial telangiectasias that may be confused with rosacea.

Answer 4

No: There are many new options for treating psoriasis. You should see a dermatologist to explore them.

Answer 5

It depends: Not necessarily taking oral steroids but topical steroids tend to be a mainstay of therapy. Best to discuss any concerns about medications with your treating dermatologist and do not be afraid to inform them of any concerns you might have.

Answer 6

Broadness of term: Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medications that are similar to cortisol, a steroid that is naturally produced by the adrenal glands that sit on top of one's kidneys. Corticosteroids are a type of steroid. Anabolic steroids are a different type of steroids which are often abused by people wanting to "bulk up" or improve their weightlifting artificially.

Answer 7

Type: There are many types of chemicals that qualify as a steroid by structure. Corticosteroids include cortisol, Hydrocortisone and Prednisone and have an effect on inflammation. Other steroids include things such as testosterone (an anabolic steroid), estrogen, cholesterol, and androstenedione. As you can see, steroids are a widely varied group.

Answer 8

Persistent asthma: Asthma is an inflammatory condition triggered by genetic & environmental factors. Once asthma is diagnosed, the severity is determined by how often it causes symptoms as well as lung function tests. For asthma that is persistent (symptoms > 2x per week), inhaled steroids should be started. If asthma subsides and causes symptoms only intermittently, the steroids may be decreased or discontinued.

Answer 9

Understanding asthma: Be sure you know you have asthma and what your specific symptoms are. Asthma is not always audible wheezing or tightness in the chest. A plain cough can be an asthma equivalent. Asthma is not just from an allergic stimulus but can also be from physical elements such as cold and velocity of air over the airway.Steroids do not work as well in physical asthma triggers. Consult your md to clarify.

Answer 10

Sometimes used: Steroids such as Prednisone are sometimes used in the treatment of mono, such as to shrink down extremely enlarged tonsils so that a patient can breathe and swallow properly while his mono illness gradually subsides.

Answer 11

NO: American family physician recommends no steroids. That being said there are times when steroids may be of help. With extremely swollen tonsils steroids may reduce the suffering. If sudden dry eyes are associated with infectious mono steroids may reverse the dry eyes. I have personally treated severe dry eyes and highly positive ebv igm in a teenager successfully with short term high dose steroi.

why aren't athletes allowed to take steroids?

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

HealthTap doctors are based in the U.S., board certified, and available by text or video.

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

Similar questions

Do steroids induce rosacea?

Will I have to take steroids to treat my psoriasis?

How are corticosteroids and steroids different?

When is the best time for me to initiate therapy with inhaled steroids?

Are steroids effective against mono?

Related questions

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

Found in:

People also asked

Related topics

Disclaimer:

Get the free app for Members

Get the free app for Doctors