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Is there any side effect for human growth hormone if i tack it now at 19 years old ? does it affects my sexual organs ?
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Yes: If hgh is not needed to treat a deficiency or short stature it can cause serious side effects. These include joint pain, enlarged heart, htn, high blood sugar and there is a concern for increase risk of several types of cancer, colon being a common one. It should not be taken for muscle building due to potential risk.
Answered 5/28/2013
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