Harmful Effects of Performance-Enhancing Substances

Let's dive into the dark side of performance enhancement by exploring the long-term consequences of using various substances in sports.

Anabolic Steroids

Note

Anabolic steroids are synthetic substances similar to the male sex hormone testosterone.

Physical Effects

Liver damage and potential liver cancer
Cardiovascular problems:
- Increased risk of heart attacks
- High blood pressure
- Abnormal cholesterol levels
Severe acne
Premature balding

Gender-Specific Effects

Males:

Shrinking testicles
Reduced sperm production
Enlarged breasts (gynecomastia)

Females:

Deepening of voice
Facial hair growth
Menstrual irregularities
Enlarged clitoris

Common Mistake

Many athletes believe they can avoid these effects by "cycling" steroids, but long-term damage can occur even with periodic use.

EPO (Erythropoietin)

Cardiovascular Risks

Blood becomes dangerously thick (increased viscosity)
Higher risk of:
- Blood clots
- Stroke
- Heart attack
Hypertension

Tip

The risks of EPO are particularly high during sleep when heart rate naturally slows down.

Beta Blockers

Physical Effects

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What are the physical effects of anabolic steroids?

Harmful Effects of Performance-Enhancing Substances

Let's dive into the dark side of performance enhancement by exploring the long-term consequences of using various substances in sports.

Anabolic Steroids

Note

Anabolic steroids are synthetic substances similar to the male sex hormone testosterone.

Physical Effects

Liver damage and potential liver cancer
Cardiovascular problems:
- Increased risk of heart attacks
- High blood pressure
- Abnormal cholesterol levels
Severe acne
Premature balding

Gender-Specific Effects

Males:

Shrinking testicles
Reduced sperm production
Enlarged breasts (gynecomastia)

Females:

Deepening of voice
Facial hair growth
Menstrual irregularities
Enlarged clitoris

Common Mistake

Many athletes believe they can avoid these effects by "cycling" steroids, but long-term damage can occur even with periodic use.

EPO (Erythropoietin)

Cardiovascular Risks

Blood becomes dangerously thick (increased viscosity)
Higher risk of:
- Blood clots
- Stroke
- Heart attack
Hypertension

Tip

The risks of EPO are particularly high during sleep when heart rate naturally slows down.

Beta Blockers

Physical Effects

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Endocrine System (HL)4 subtopics

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A.3.6. Outline the possible harmful effects of long-term use of anabolic steroids, EPO, beta blockers, caffeine and diuretics. Notes

Harmful Effects of Performance-Enhancing Substances

Anabolic Steroids

Physical Effects

Gender-Specific Effects

EPO (Erythropoietin)

Cardiovascular Risks

Beta Blockers

Physical Effects

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Anatomy15 subtopics

Exercise Physiology23 subtopics

Energy Systems30 subtopics

Movement Analysis21 subtopics

Skill in Sport32 subtopics

Measurement and Evaluation of Human Performance17 subtopics

Skin System (HL)7 subtopics

Endocrine System (HL)4 subtopics

Fatigue (HL)5 subtopics

Friction and Drag (HL)8 subtopics

Pedagogy for skill (HL)10 subtopics

Genetics and athletic performance (HL)4 subtopics

Exercise and Immunity (HL)5 subtopics

Optimizing physiological performance45 subtopics

Psychology of Sport29 subtopics

Physical activity and health45 subtopics

Nutrition for sport, exercise and health43 subtopics

Harmful Effects of Performance-Enhancing Substances

Anabolic Steroids

Physical Effects

Gender-Specific Effects

EPO (Erythropoietin)

Cardiovascular Risks

Beta Blockers

Physical Effects

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