Steroids Abuse and Effects

What are steroids?  Steroids are manufactured testosterone- like drugs  Taken for legitimate reasons like treatment of asthma lung disease or skin conditions  Can also be used to enhance performance or appearance, these uses are not legal

Forms of Steroids  Pills  Liquids  Injections

Signs and Symptoms of Use  Rapid weight gain  Rapid muscle development  Acne  Fluid retention  Jaundice  Mood swings  Depression  Aggressive behavior  Premature balding

Short Term Effects  Increase muscle mass, strength, and endurance  Liver tumors, jaundice  Water retention  High blood pressure  Bad judgment  Roid Rage  Paranoia  Irritability  Delusions

Long Term Effects  Hypertension  High cholesterol  Kidney disease  Stunted growth  Heart damage  Women can have irreversible deepening of the voice, shrinking of breasts, menstrual irregularities, baldness, and hair growth on other parts of the body  Men can have baldness, breast enlargement, sterility, shrinking of testicles, and impotence  Can raise blood sugar by blocking insulin, which can lead to diabetes

Social Effects  In addition to the physical and metal effects, social effects take place as well.  Relationships can become strained due to erratic behavior  If use is found out by governing bodies for sports, disqualification will occur

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