Question

The side-effects of use of anabolic steroids in males do not include

• A. Mood swings
• B. Liver dysfunction
• C. Increased aggressiveness
• D. Excessive hair growth on face and body

Answer 1

The correct option is D Excessive hair growth on face and body

Anabolic steroids
Anabolic steroids are chemicals that mimic naturally occurring testosterone. They increase protein within skeletal muscle cells, causing an increase in muscular tissue and strength. As a result, they are frequently misused by sportspersons to increase their performance. Frequent use of these steroids as performance enhancement drugs cause various side effects.

Side effects in males
The use of anabolic steroid in males have the following side effects:-

• Depression and mood swings
• Reduction in testicle size
• Sperm production is reduced
• Kidney and liver functions are affected
• Prostate gland enlargement
• Premature baldness
• Increased aggressiveness

Side effects in females
The side effects of using anabolic steroids in females are as follows:-

• Enlargement of clitoris
• Deepening of voice
• Excessive growth of facial and body hair
• Mood swings
• Depression
• Abnormal menstrual cycles

Correct option (d).