Anabolic Steroids Also called: Anabolic-androgenic steroids, Performance-enhancing drugs Summary Anabolic steroids are man-made substances related to male sex hormones. Doctors use anabolic steroids to treat some hormone problems in men, delayed puberty, and muscle loss from some diseases. Bodybuilders and athletes often use anabolic steroids to build muscles and improve athletic performance. Using them this way is not legal or safe. Abuse of anabolic steroids has been linked with many health problems. They include Acne Breast growth and shrinking of testicles in men Voice deepening and growth of facial hair in women High blood pressure Heart problems, including heart attack Liver disease, including cancer Kidney damage Aggressive behavior NIH: National Institute on Drug Abuse National Institute on Drug Abuse Resources Anabolic Steroids (For Teens) National Institute on Drug Abuse Are Steroids Worth the Risk? Nemours Foundation Drug Enforcement Administration Drug Enforcement Administration Drug Facts: Anabolic Steroids National Institute on Drug Abuse Hormone Abuse Prevention and What You Need to Know Hormone Health Network Mind Over Matter: Anabolic Steroids National Institute on Drug Abuse Performance-Enhancing Drugs and Teen Athletes Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Performance-Enhancing Drugs: Know the Risks Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Steroids Nemours Foundation Steroids Drug Enforcement Administration Steroids (For Parents) Nemours Foundation Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Teens and Steroids: A Dangerous Combo Food and Drug Administration Journal Articles Anabolic Steroids
