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Albert Graham, Backyard Pool Drainer
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Anabolic steroids are used in such cases, with exercise and diet, to build up muscle tissue.
Anabolic steroids cause the body to increase the amount of tissue and to metabolise bodyfat.
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Zhang Xian Qian, Ex-Olympic Swimmer
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Anabolic androgenic steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone that are taken to build muscle, enhance performance, and improve appearance.
Anabolic steroids facilitate the growth of skeletal muscle, which led to use of the compounds first by bodybuilders and weightlifters and then by athletes in other sports.
Anabolic/androgenic steroids are synthetic substances related to the male hormone testosterone.
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Todd Porter, Gym Attendent
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BECAUSE anabolic steroids are modelled on male hormones they can have a masculinising effect on the body.
Anabolic steroids may one day be used as male oral contraceptives.
Anabolic steroids and trauma to the groin area may also contribute to male infertility.
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