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Illegal Steroids

Anabolic steroids when used without a doctor's prescription for therapeutic use are called illegal steroids. Steroids have harmful psychological and physical effects on the body. Strict penalties are imposed on illegal possession and trafficking of steroids.

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Glucose becomes glycogen is it anabolic or catabolic?

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it is a catabolic reaction as it is breaking down from a large molecule to a smaller more complex one.

Does anadrol oxymetholone show up on a ten panel drug test?

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It depends on the test. On a performance enhancing drug test? Yes. On a normal narcotic drug screening, No.

What kinds of problems can anabolic steroids cause?

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Anabolic steroids help the retention of protein which aids in the development of muscle . This will result in the person's muscles increasing in mass and strength but there are serious side effects.

In both men and women:

Rapid weight gain

clotting disorder

liver damage

heart attacks and strokes

What serious health problems can steroids cause?

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In some rare cases yes. When steroids enter the body, they go to different organs and muscles. Steroids are not friendly to the heart. In rare cases steroid abuse can create a situation where the body may be susceptible to heart attacks and strokes, which can be fatal. Here's how: Steroid use can lead to a condition called atherosclerosis, which causes fat deposits inside arteries to disrupt blood flow. When blood flow to the heart is blocked, a heart attack can occur. If blood flow to the brain is blocked, a stroke can result.

How does the abuse of anabolic steroids affect teens?

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Pretty much the same way as it harms adults with perhaps the addition of permanent changes to the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis. It can lead to aggressive behavior, premature aging, a greater risk for heart disease, liver damage, cancer, gallstones, or even death.

Can steroids cause an enlarged heart?

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yes.

people abuse steroids for muscle gains and size. your heart is a muscle that pumps blood around your body 24 hours a day. therefore it will increase in size.

Can sinusitis cause serious damage if it goes untreated?

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A viral infection of the sinuses will usually clear up on its own. But bacterial infections frequently do not and may spread to other tissue, including the bones of the face and even the brain. Those complications can be life-threatening. If your symptoms don't improve after a few days of home treatment, you should see a doctor.

Can anabolic steroid use be detected in an oral swab drug test?

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Steroids can be detected in blood, urine and hair samples. I haven't heard of a mouth swab being able to provide a positive steroid result. If you provide me with more information (what was the purpose of the mouth swab in the first place? etc) I would probably be able to help you more.

Anabolic steroids are synthetic versions?

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Anabolic steroids
anabolic steroids
steroids hgh human growth hormone

What is two categories of metabolism?

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Anabolism and catabolism are the two types of metabolism.

Is taking weight gainer supplements safe?

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It depends entirely on what those supplements contain. It is not safe to take hormones that put on weight or that even put on muscle, such as anabolic steroids. These are not safe. Simple vitamin or protein supplements might be safe. But it depends on what is in them.

How do you get a doctor to give anabolic steroids?

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Non-medical use of anabolic steroids is illegal and is also harmful to your health. It can cause serious heart problems. It is not the purpose of WikiAnswers website to tell you how to break the law, nor how to harm your body.

What is a 100 meter record for a 12 year old male?

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Evan Trotter ran the 100 meter in 12 seconds flat at the age of twelve!

Kevin R 13yrs from Churchlands Western Australia completed the 100 meter sprint clocking 11.03 sec in 1962. (At this time it was 110 yards distance) It was recorded and he had the 100 meter sprint record at Churchlands High School for a long time. This was when their we no anabolic Steriods, Fancy Running shoes or starting blocks and possibly bare foot grass. Kevin R decided not to undertake professional sport as he did not want to be noticed by people as he did not want to go to the Vietnam War. Although he played 1st Division Rugby Union for Scarborough. Also he has a nephew Daniel who in the late 1980's was an Australia Olympic Track & Field junior representative.

What is the anabolic pathway?

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The anabolic pathways in the human body is what is responsible for constructing molecules from other units. They essentially assist with the building up of organs and tissues.

How accurate are urine tests for anabolic steroids?

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Urine tests are accurate for the detection of anabolic steroids use. The urine samples are sent to laboratories for testing. Home steroid tests bought over the counter are also considered effective.

Can you take anabolic steroids while taking suboxone?

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If you are taking suboxone, you already have one drug problem! Let's not even think about starting up another one by taking illegal steroids. Go to your NA meetings and stay clean. You do not need any more problems in your life right now.

can a person take famciclovir while taking anabolic steroids?

What are the adverse effects of steroid abuse?

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Symptoms of steroid overdose can include: burning or itching skin, convulsions, deafness, depression, dry skin, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, nervousness, psychosis, sleepiness, stopping of menstrual cycle, swelling in lower legs, ankles, or feet; weakness, worsening of health conditions such as ulcers, diabetes.

Why do doctors prescribe anabolic steroids?

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some doctors prescribe anabolic steroids to people because some people don't have enough growth hormons

What are the adverse effects of anabolic steroids?

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In males, the excess steroid suppresses the normal testosterone production in the body and can lead to shrunken testicles and decreased sperm count, baldness, and breast development (gynecomastia).

Side effects of anabolic steroids include:

Hair loss

Dizziness

Mood swings

Hallucination

Paranoia

Are there any good use of steroids?

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  • Autoimmune disease treatment such as Arthritis and and Lupus.
  • Helps with asthma.