SteroidsAbuse 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

Sources http://www.acde.org/parent/

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