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Anabolic-androgenic steroids in sport
Quality in SportIntroduction and objective Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) are a group of doping substances. They cause muscle hypertrophy and an increase in strength. Moreover, they may lead to dangerous side effects.
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Anabolic-androgenic steroids are linked to depression and anxiety in male bodybuilders: the hidden psychogenic side of anabolic androgenic steroids [PDF]
Annals of MedicineBackground The prevalence of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) use is on the rise among athletes and bodybuilders worldwide. In addition to the well-documented adverse effects on hepatic, renal, and reproductive functions, there is an increasing ...
Selin Altug, Baris Karagün
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Men´s experiences of using anabolic androgenic steroids [PDF]
International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, 2021 Purpose: Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are used by men for their aesthetic and performance-enhancing effects and are associated with risk for side effects.
Annica Börjesson +2 more
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Anabolic-androgenic steroids. Mechanism of action and clinical effects
Journal of Education, Health and Sport, 2023 Introduction and aim. Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) are used for the rapid enhancement of muscular mass and optimization of athletic performance. Their administration is frequently linked with a plethora of adverse health implications.
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Women's Experiences of Using Anabolic Androgenic Steroids [PDF]
Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 2021 Anabolic androgenic steroids are used by women to increase their muscle mass and because of their performance-enhancing effects. Despite permanent/high risk of side effects, knowledge is inadequate.
Annica Börjesson +8 more
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Anabolic‐androgenic anabolic steroids as a probable risk factor for hepatoblastoma in infants
Clinical Case Reports, 2023 Key Clinical Message The etiology of hepatoblastoma (HB) is still unknown; several risk factors have been identified. The only risk factor for the development of HB in presented case was the child's father using anabolic androgenic steroids.
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Anabolic androgenic steroids and cardiomyopathy: an update [PDF]
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, 2023 Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) include endogenously produced androgens like testosterone and their synthetic derivatives. Their influence on multiple metabolic pathways across organ systems results in an extensive side effect profile.
Kahtan Fadah +5 more
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Ibn Al-Haitham Journal for Pure and Applied Sciences, 2023 Anabolic androgenic steroids are being more popular between bodybuilders and people who are using gym to enhance their physiques. However, according to the increase of the laws prohibiting sales of these substances without physician prescription, the ...
Sura Mohammed Challab +2 more
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Anabolic androgenic steroids reverse the beneficial effect of exercise on tendon biomechanics: An experimental study [PDF]
Foot and Ankle Surgery, 2014 Background The effect of anabolic androgenic steroids on tendons has not yet been fully elucidated. Aim of the present study was the evaluation of the impact of anabolic androgenic steroids on the biomechanical and histological characteristics of ...
Serafeim Tsitsilonis +1 more
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ANABOLIC ANDROGENIC STEROIDS AND ADVERSE EVENTS OF THEIR APPLICATION [PDF]
Sport Mont, 2011 Anabolic androgenic steroids are synthetic compounds originating from testosterone. Their main effects are the control of development and expression of male secondary sexual characteristics, which are known as androgenic effects, and encourage muscle ...
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