ANABOLIC
STEROIDS
APPEARANCE
Anabolic steroids come in a variety of forms including tablets, capsules and injectables. They are legitimately used in the treatment of the elderly for osteoporosis and other diseases of the bones and muscles. However, the abuse of anabolic steroids represents an ever increasing problem. They are illegally used in many health clubs, spas and black market situations. This is a growing concern in Sweden and in many sports all over the world, where there is increasing abuse among athletes.
EFFECTS
- Growth and sexual development
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Fluid retention
- Hypertension
- Nausea
- Unwanted hair growth
DANGERS
- Liver disease
- Breast cancer
- Sex organ changes
- Bleeding
- Severe acne
- Stunted growth
- Increased risk of coronary artery disease
- Possible heart attacks
CLASSIFICATION
Steroid hormones are synthetic chemicals that mimic those produced by the body. The hormones control bodily function and are separated into various classifications such as adrenal, cortical, cardiac, bile salts, vitamins and sex hormones.
The anabolic steroids that build muscle tissue are classified as sex hormones and stimulate the action of the male sex hormone testosterone. When released at the appropriate time, testosterone has the natural effects of creating body size, body hair, sex organ maturation and muscle tissue development.
Manmade chemicals make up the anabolic steroids that build muscle tissue.
