Uses of steroids in the medical field
by admin ~ August 17th, 2009.
The most common use of anabolic steroids is perhaps in bodybuilding, for muscle development. However, since the creation of synthetic hormones, doctors have been slowly adapting its use in the medical field for different purposes and instances.
One purpose is for treatment of hypoplastic anemia. Anabolic steroids increase red blood cell production through stimulation of growth of the bone marrow. This is particularly seen in patients with leukemia or with certain types of kidney disease.
Growth stimulation and promotion of male secondary sexual characteristics are also two of the common medical use of steroids. These are particularly true in children and adolescents with endocrine problems. Testosterone is specifically given in cases of stunted growth.
Muscle wasting can also be prevented by anabolic steroids and growth hormones. These substances can also help stimulate appetite. Therefore, in cancer and AIDS patients, increase intake of food is usually the effect of steroids intake. It can also help increase stored energy in their body.
A new method of family planning is by the use of testosterone enanthate. This is proven safe, reliable and reversible. It is believed that this method has a higher percentage of success compared to normal contraceptives.
From Knol:
Category: Anabolic Steroids | Tags: Anabolic Steroids, medicalSteroids are meant for different purposes and are prescribed by doctors with several intentions. In the aspect of bodybuilding, they are used for muscle development. On the other hand, there are those steroids that are used in pain relieving when exercising. Medical use of steroids is very relative and there are different approaches in which it is adopted.