Steroids, or anabolic-androgenic steroids to give them their full names, are drugs that mimic the effects of testosterone in the body. When taken, the amount of protein within muscle cells increase. This is why users can appear so big and bulky, often to a point that is considered wholly unnatural.
Steroids were first created in the 1930s and originally saw use in the stimulation of bone growth and the inducement male puberty. These days they are used in the treatment of cancer and AIDS. Often they are used within the sports and bodybuilding arenas. They are extremely controversial and have been banned in most competitive circles.
Many people end up becoming addicted to the effects steroids bring.
Side Effects
The side effects suffered through excessive use of steroids can lead to a number of chronic issues. These also include death if the person overdoses or pushes the body well beyond its natural limits.
Side effects can also include high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, acne, liver damage as the body becomes unable to remove the toxins at a fast enough rate, and changes to the structure of the heart’s left ventricle. Anabolic steroids have also caused sexual problems within men because of hormone imbalances.
Steroids Addiction Treatment
Use of these drugs can soon spiral out of control and cause serious issues. It is not just an addiction to the drug itself people must watch for. It is an addiction to the effects of the drug. Many become obsessed with fitness and success, so it is hard for them to give it up. A residential addiction treatment facility can solve these issues through a comprehensive drug treatment programme.
Personalised care programmes and healthcare professionals offering monitoring services enable patients to take control of their lives and avoid the horror of withdrawal symptoms and the effects of endless cravings.
