Side effects of anabolic steroids
Below are only some of the side effects associated with
steroid use. Some steroids lead to more side effects than others. In
most cases, the more effective the steorid, the more negative effects
the user will see.
Water Retention:
This is most common from using steroids. It is a “puffiness”
or swelling in the neck and facial areas. It is rather notable mainly
if you know the person is on steroids. For example, I know someone that
took steroids but I did not know it at the time. After I found out,
if I looked his face I would wonder how I couldn’t notice he was on
roids before. It can be mild swelling or very serious, obvious swelling.
Acne:
Everyone knows about acne, and is one of the side effects
I worry about the most for me. It is also a very common side effect,
it can give acne to someone who has never had acne, and it can make
acne worse for others. It can also appear in new places for a person,
such as, the back and neck. There have been several users that have
not received acne on the other hand.
Gynecomastia:
It may not sound familiar but most people have heard about
it. It is the formation of breasts, or abnormally large glands. The
first signs are lumps under the nipples, then will gradually grow to
fatty tissue and increase in size.
Aggression:
Aggression, also know as “roid rages”. Surprisingly, several
athletes feel this is a positive effect. They often find they lift more,
and are more intense during workouts. On the negative side, users find
themselves fighting with family, friends, and co-workers with an uptight
behaviour.
Hypertension:
High blood pressure is also a chance when taking steroids.
Most athletes would not know if they had high blood pressure so it is
suggested to get tests regularly. High blood pressure can lead to many
more serious diseases.
Cardiovascular Disease:
Studies have shown that steroid use is a risk factor for
heart disease. This is because steroids affect the cholesterol levels.
Over a period of time the cholesterol builds up and clogs the arteries.
Palpitations:
Heart palpitations have been reported by a number of athletes
on steroids. These may indicate an excited or elevated level of the
central nervous system.
Impotence:
Impotence occurs when a user goes on and off steroids.
When steroids are first used sexual interest increases because of the
heightened frequency and duration of the erections. But eventually the
opposite happens and no erections can be produced.
Jaundice:
A serious liver disease which is found by an enlarged painful
liver, yellowing of the eyes and skin, and flu like symptoms. This happens
when athletes use high dosages of steroids.
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