Vol. 8, Issue 4, Part E (2022)

Abstract
A class of synthetic drugs known as anabolic-androgenic steroids functions in the body in a manner similar to that of the hormone testosterone, causing muscle growth and development. These medicines are frequently abused by adolescents and athletes for a variety of reasons, the most common of which is pain relief. Abolition of anabolic steroids can have major implications for the cardiovascular system, hepatic function, adrenal and renal function, among other things. Steroids are synthetic compounds that are closely related to the male sex hormone testosterone. They are used to enhance performance and appearance. In some cases, doctors will prescribe anabolic steroids to patients who suffer from certain types of anemia or males who do not produce enough testosterone on their own. Steroids are harmful to the human body and are utilized by athletes to bulk up their physiques, but they are also illegal.Steroids are harmful to the human body and are utilized by athletes to bulk up their physiques, but they are also illegal. Others, on the other hand, are used to treat inflammatory conditions such as chronic bronchitis, which is common in the winter. Before pursuing any course of action, it is vital to educate oneself on the potential benefits of so-called performance-enhancing substances, as well as the health risks and other unknowns involved with their use. Athletes should avoid taking these potentially dangerous medications.