Medical Consequences of Long-Term Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Abuse in Athletes

January 2017 in “ Biomedical Research-tokyo ”

Masoumeh Navidinia, Pedram Ebadi Asl

anabolic-androgenic steroids AAS baldness gynecomastia testicular shrinkage reduced spermatogenesis menstrual disorders masculinization steroids hair loss breast enlargement in men

TLDR Long-term steroid abuse in athletes causes serious health risks, outweighing any benefits.

The document reviewed the medical consequences of long-term anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) abuse in athletes, highlighting numerous health risks. These included reproductive issues such as reduced spermatogenesis and testicular shrinkage in men, and menstrual disorders and masculinization in women. Liver toxicity, cardiovascular diseases, and changes in blood parameters were also noted. Additional effects included baldness, gynecomastia, and psychological issues like aggression and mood swings. The study emphasized that the potential benefits of AASs were insufficient compared to the significant health risks, underscoring the need for awareness and prevention of these adverse effects in athletes.

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