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Steroids

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What is it?

Synthetically produced versions of testosterone, the male hormone used to promote muscle growth, enhance athletic performance, improve physical appearance.

Street Names

Arnolds, Juice, Pumpers, Roids, Stackers, Weight Gainers

How is it used?

  • Tablets and capsules, sublingual tablets
  • Liquid drops, gels, creams
  • Transdermal patches, subdermal implant pellets, and water-based and oil-based injectable solutions

Paraphernalia

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How does it affect the body?

  • Many effects depending on age, sex, the type and amount used, length of time used
  • In adolescent males: can cause early sexual development, acne, and stunted growth
  • In women, deepens voice, increases facial and body hair, acne, menstrual irregularities, male pattern baldness, and lengthening of the clitoris
  • Dramatic mood swings, impaired judgment, increased levels of hostility
  • Increase cholesterol levels, which may increase the risk of coronary artery disease, strokes, and heart attacks
  • Addiction

READ MORE ABOUT STEROIDS


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