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GlossaryAnabolic Steroids

synthetic substances that mimic testosterone to promote muscle growth

Anabolic steroids, also known as anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), are synthetic substances that mimic the effects of the male hormone testosterone. They promote muscle growth (anabolic effects) and the development of male sexual characteristics (androgenic effects). While they are used medically to treat conditions like delayed puberty and muscle loss, they are often misused by athletes and bodybuilders to enhance performance and physical appearance, which can lead to serious health risks.

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research Potential Adverse Effects of Long-Term Testosterone Therapy

72 citations, October 1998 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism”

Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.

research Consequences of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Abuse in Males: Sexual and Reproductive Perspective

19 citations, June 2021 in “The world journal of men's health”

Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can harm men's reproductive health and increase the risk of heart problems and death.

research Innovative Reports on the Effects of Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Abuse - How to Lose Your Mind for the Love of Sport

August 2023 in “Medicina-lithuania”

Abusing steroids can damage your heart, muscles, reproductive system, liver, skin, and brain, and may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

research Indirect Clinical Markers for the Detection of Anabolic Steroid Abuse Beyond Conventional Doping Control in Athletes

9 citations, March 2019 in “European Journal of Sport Science”

New signs like changes in blood markers, physical symptoms, and behavioral shifts may help detect hidden steroid use in athletes.

research The Androgen Receptor and Its Use in Biological Assays: Looking Toward Effect-Based Testing and Its Applications

22 citations, November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology”

Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.

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community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 154 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

community How to know if shedding is from tren or minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 10 months ago

The user started using trenbolone and minoxidil simultaneously and experienced increased hair shedding, unsure which is causing it. Replies suggest both drugs could cause hair loss, with one advising to stop trenbolone to protect hair and another indicating minoxidil is unlikely the cause due to the timing.

community My Testosterone results before and after Finasteride

in Update 146 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.

community FtM: "Aggressive Regemin - Recovery From Norwood-6.5" Minoxodil/Estradiol valerate/Spironolactone. (What will happen in the worst case if CIS male go this way for a year?)

in Progress Pictures 56 upvotes 3 years ago

User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.

community For Once and For All: Is It the DHT in the Scalp That Matters, Not the DHT in Your Bloodstream?

in Treatment 85 upvotes 5 months ago

DHT in the scalp, not the bloodstream, is crucial for hair loss. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling.

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