Types of Performance Enhancing Drugs | Hazards of Performance Enhancing Drugs | Possible Red Flags |
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What is creatine
This drug is a naturally occurring compound in the body that's also sold as an over-the-counter supplement. It's used to improve performance during high-intensity bursts of activity and to help increase muscle mass and strength.
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What is Blood-clotting problems
name one hazard that pertains to blood
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What is Behavioral, emotional or psychological changes — particularly increased aggressiveness ("roid rage")
signs correlating with mood
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What is Anabolic steroids
These drugs are synthetic versions of the hormone testosterone, used to build muscle and increase strength.
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What is Blood-clotting problems
name one hazard that pertains to the heart
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What is Changes in body build, including muscle growth, rapid weight gain and development of the upper body
signs correlating to body structure
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What is Steroid precursors.
are substances that the body converts into anabolic steroids. They're used to increase muscle mass. Most steroid precursors are illegal without a prescription. DHEA, however, is still available in over-the-counter preparations
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What is Liver problems
name on hazard pertaining to the liver
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What is increased acne
signs correlating with skin care
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What is mood swings
name one hazard pertaining to the amygdala
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What is Needle marks in the buttocks or thighs
signs correlating with abusing sites
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What is Reduced sperm production
name one hazard pertaining to infertility
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What is Enlarged breasts, male-pattern baldness and shrinking of the testicles in boys
signs correlating with changes in appearance
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