Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic steroids are controversial because of their widespread use in numerous sports and their purported side effects. Anabolic steroids are synthetic hormones that cause the body to produce muscle and prevent muscle breakdown. Anabolic steroids are a drug like any other. In the US, it is against the law to use anabolic steroids without a prescription. Abuse of anabolic steroids can lead to serious health problems, some irreversible. Anabolic steroids are taken orally or injected, typically in cycles of weeks or months, rather than continuously. The major side effects from abusing anabolic steroids can include liver tumors and cancer, jaundice, fluid retention, high blood pressure, increases in LDL, and decreases in HDL. Other side effects include kidney tumors, severe acne, and trembling. This information on anabolic steroids is for your information only and is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your primary health care provider.