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The side effects from steroids can be very serious and
even fatal. But from the information I gathered in the past few years, it seems
to me the side effects are not as serious as the media makes them out to be.
Because of the media over exaggerating the side effects, this has turned many
people way from steroids. There will only be short descriptions for the side
effects now, and in the future I will add more to the side effects when I have
time.
Water Retention:
This is most common from using steroids. It is a puffiness or swelling in
the neck and facial areas. It is rather notable mainly if you know the person is
on steroids. For example, I know someone that took steroids but I did not know
it at the time. After I found out, if I looked his face I would wonder how I
couldnt notice he was on roids before. It can be mild swelling or very serious,
obvious swelling.
Acne:
Everyone knows about acne, and is one of the side effects I worry about the
most for me. It is also a very common side effect, it can give acne to someone
who has never had acne, and it can make acne worse for others. It can also
appear in new places for a person, such as, the back and neck. There have been
several users that have not received acne on the other hand.
Gynecomastia:
It may not sound familiar but most people have heard about it. It is the
formation of breasts, or abnormally large glands. The first signs are lumps
under the nipples, then will gradually grow to fatty tissue and increase in
size.
Aggression:
Aggression, also know as roid rages. Surprisingly, several athletes feel
this is a positive effect. They often find they lift more, and are more intense
during workouts. On the negative side, users find themselves fighting with
family, friends, and co-workers with an uptight behaviour.
Hypertension:
High blood pressure is also a chance when taking steroids. Most athletes
would not know if they had high blood pressure so it is suggested to get tests
regularly. High blood pressure can lead to many more serious diseases.
Cardiovascular Disease:
Studies have shown that steroid use is a risk factor for heart disease. This is
because steroids affect the cholesterol levels. Over a period of time the
cholesterol builds up and clogs the arteries.
Palpitations:
Heart palpitations have been reported by a number of athletes on steroids. These
may indicate an excited or elevated level of the central nervous system.
Impotence:
Impotence occurs when a user goes on and off steroids. When steroids are first
used sexual interest increases because of the heightened frequency and duration
of the erections. But eventually the opposite happens and no erections can be
produced.
Jaundice:
A serious liver disease, which is found by an enlarged painful liver,
yellowing of the eyes and skin, and flu like symptoms. This happens when
athletes use high dosages of steroids.
Here are some more possible side effects from:
Irritation of the stomach lining. Steroids can increase the production of
stomach acid and lower the production of protective stomach mucus. This can
irritate the lining of the stomach and may cause or aggravate a stomach ulcer.
To reduce this side effect the tablets should be taken with meals or milk. Tell
your doctor if you have indigestion, stomach pains or abdominal discomfort.
The levels of sugar in your blood may change temporarily. This may happen if you
have high-dose or long-term treatment. While you are having your steroid therapy
your blood sugar levels will be checked regularly by blood tests. You may be
asked to test your urine for sugar. You will be shown how to do this. Tell your
doctor if you get very thirsty or if you are passing more urine than usual.
Fluid retention due to changed salt and water balance. You may notice that your
ankles and/or fingers swell. Some people have a bloated feeling in the abdomen.
This is usually only a problem with long-term treatment.
Increased appetite. You may notice that you feel hungrier than usual while
taking steroids, and this can make you want to eat more than usual. If you are
concerned about weight gain speak to your doctor or contact CancerBACUPs
information service.
Increased chance of infection and delayed healing of injuries. This happens
mainly with high-dose or long-term treatment. Tell your doctor if you notice
signs of infection (inflammation, redness, soreness or a temperature) or if cuts
take longer than usual to heal. It is important to maintain good personal
hygiene to prevent infection.
Menstrual changes. Women may find that their periods become irregular or stop.
Behavioural changes. You may notice mood swings, difficulty in sleeping and
perhaps anxiety or irritability. These happen mainly with high-dose or long-term
treatment and will stop when the steroid therapy ends. Tell your doctor about
any behavioural changes which are worrying you. Difficulty in sleeping may be
reduced by taking the steroids in the early part of the day, but discuss this
with your doctor first.
Less common side effects:
Eye changes. With long-term use of steroids, cataracts or glaucoma may develop.
There is also an increased risk of eye infections. Tell your doctor if you
notice any eye problems.
Cushings syndrome. This is usually caused only by long-term use of steroids. It
can cause acne, puffiness of the face, dark marks on the skin and facial hair in
women. Cushings syndrome can be partially reduced by taking the steroids early
in the morning, by taking them on alternate days instead of every day, or by
reducing the dose, but discuss this with your doctor first.
Muscle wasting. With very long-term use of steroids, wasting of leg muscles may
occur. This can cause weakness. When the steroids are stopped some people
experience muscle cramps for a short time.
Osteoporosis. With very long-term use of steroids, calcium may be lost from the
bones. This can result in pain (especially in the lower back), an increased
susceptibility to fractures and loss of height.
Other side effects include: enlarged prostate, premature hair loss, sterility,
shortness, and head and stomach aches. Please e-mail me if you know any more
important side effects I missed, thank you.
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