1. Anabolic Steroids
Types of drugs that increase strength and muscle growth when ingested by humans. Anabolic steroids are drugs containing hormones, or hormone-like substances, that are used to increase strength and promote muscle growth. They were first developed i...
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2. Steroids: MedlinePlus
These steroids are similar to hormones that your adrenal glands produce to fight stress associated with illnesses and injuries. Arthritis; Asthma; Autoimmune diseases such as lupus and multiple sclerosis; Skin conditions such as eczema and rashes;
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3. Cancer and Steroid Hormone Study - SEER Landmark Studies
The Cancer and Steroid Hormone (CASH) Study was a population-based, case-control study conducted by eight SEER registries during the 1980s to investigate the relationship between oral contraceptive (OC) use and breast, endometrial, and ovarian can...
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4. Theophylline improves steroid sensitivity in acute... [Hepatology. 2010] - PubMed result
Theophylline 10(-5) M significantly increased lymphocyte steroid sensitivity (I(max) 86[+/-6.6]% versus 67[+/-5.0]%, P = 0.027). CONCLUSION: Acute alcoholic hepatitis is associated with significant lymphocyte steroid insensitivity, which improves ...
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5. Steroids
Some athletes have admitted using steroids, which are artificial hormones that can improve strength and muscle mass. Steroids are illegal and they can cause serious health problems, but studies still show some kids, teens, and adults are willing t...
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6. 'Natural' steroids: Are they safe? - MayoClinic.com
So-called "natural" steroids, which are sold as over-the-counter supplements at many health food stores, aren't safe. Because natural steroids contain "natural" substances that aren't chemically altered, they can be marketed as dietary...
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7. Steroid Injections
Steroid medications are available in several forms that vary in how easily they dissolve or how long they stay in the body.
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8. Bodybuilding and Steroid-Like Products [NCCAM Health Information]
Body Building Products Marketed as Containing Steroids or Steroid-Like Substances: FDA Public Health Advisory Body Building Products Marketed as Containing Steroids or Steroid-Like Substances: FDA Public Health Advisory
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9. About Anabolic Steroid Abuse - NIDA NOTES
NIDA has issued an updated research report that summarizes the latest scientific information on anabolic steroids. The eight-page Research Report, Anabolic Steroid Abuse, is part of a nationwide education initiative launched by NIDA and several na...
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10. Steroid Drug Withdrawal Symptoms and Management on MedicineNet.com
The two major problems related to continuous steroid treatment are drug side effects and symptoms due to changes in the balance of normal hormone secretion. The latter typically results from taking doses greater than our body's natural production ...
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