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Anabolic steroids: a review for the clinician

What are anabolic steroids ? Anabolic steroids are synthetic (man-made) versions of testosterone. Testosterone is the main sex  hormone  in men. It is needed to develop and maintain male sex characteristics , such as facial hair, deep voice, and muscle growth . Women do have some testosterone in their bodies but in much smaller amounts. What are anabolic steroids used for? Health care providers use anabolic steroids to treat some hormone problems in men, delayed  puberty , and muscle loss from some diseases. But some people misuse anabolic steroids . Why do people misuse anabolic steroids ? Some bodybuilders and athletes use anabolic steroids to build muscles and improve athletic performance. They may take the steroids orally, inject them into muscles, or apply them to the skin as a gel or cream. These doses may be 10 to 100 times higher than doses used to treat medical conditions. Using them this way, without a prescription from a health care provider , is not legal or safe. What

Who takes IELTS and why

People from all over the world take the IELTS test for many reasons. The reasons people take IELTS can vary as much as the people who take the test. Below is some information about who takes IELTS and some of the reasons why people choose to do so.  IELTS statistics Here are some interesting stats about IELTS :  IELTS is used around the world for a variety of purposes, including for work, study, and migration.  Over 11,000 organizations in 140 countries recognize the IELTS test.  Experts from around the world have developed the IELTS test.  The test is researched and monitored to ensure fairness for test-takers , regardless of their background, gender, education, etc. Widely accepted One of the reasons why IELTS is so popular is that it is widely accepted – by more than 11,000 organizations in over 140 countries. IELTS test results are accepted by a variety of organizations, including universities, colleges, schools, and governments, as well as professional and industry bodies.