 You cannot turn on the news or pick up a newspaper without seeing something about the dangers of anabolic steroids. We know, "they can kill you", as we are constantly reminded. But when you open up any bodybuilding magazine or website, you are alerted mainly to the positive aspects of steroids, and the muscle they can deliver. The truth lies somewhere in the middle. Let's take a look at some of the adverse side effects of anabolic steroids, which will affect users on a very real, very immediate level.
Needles
If you're not familiar with needles, you're going to have to become familiar quickly. It takes study, practice, and of course, courage, to be able to insert an inch of needle into your body's tissue without resulting in abscess or infection.
Source
Steroids purchased from acquaintances at the gym are notorious for being fakes. Or worse, they might be expired or toxic due to manufacturing imperfections. If you do not obtain your supply from a doctor, there is a good chance you may be buying fake products.
Gynecomastia
Bodybuilders who use anabolic steroids often experience breast tissue growth resulting in unsightly lumps around the nipples, commonly referred to as "bitch tits". Resulting from high estrogen levels, costly surgery is often required for correction.
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