Human Growth Hormone, which is popularly known as HGH, can result in serious repercussions when abused as per recent study findings. It is important to note here that HGH was considered to be a safe product till now and still continues to be used in clinical treatment forms under qualified medical guidance as only an abuse can bring side effects.

Dr. Alan Rogol, who testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Government Reform Committee on behalf of The Endocrine Society, outlined the medical use (legitimate) of the growth hormone and its severe health risks when abused by sportsmen, individuals, and celebrities who try to find effective ways to keep aging away.

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“There are a number of safe and legitimate FDA-approved uses of growth hormone in adults and children,” said Dr. Rogol. “The off-label use of growth hormone, which primarily is in the anti-aging and body image or athletic market, comes with increased risks.”

One risk factor is that most off-label users are usually unaware of the correct doses. “One can assume that the dose administered would be much greater than that given for legitimate purposes,” said Dr. Rogol.

At higher HGH dosages, it is possible to achieve levels similar to those found in the endocrine disease acromegaly, which is caused by too much growth hormone in the body. This condition can lead to severe muscle weakness and even heart disease.

According to Dr. Rogol, perhaps the most insidious off-label use is by athletes and others who believe they are using actual growth hormone, when in fact they may be receiving an entirely different substance.

“Magazines and the internet are replete with advertisements for substances marketed as ‘growth hormone‘,” said Dr. Rogol. “Growth hormone, however, can only work if injected, and many of these preparations are taken orally, so they cannot possibly be HGH.”

It was remarked by Dr. Rogol that GH that is made from human tissue has now been almost removed from the drug market because of the rare yet fatal Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

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HGH, also known as Human Growth Hormone, is one of those drugs that can be termed as a safe and effective clinical form of treatment when used under qualified medical guidance. However, it may result in serious repercussions when it is abused.

Dr. Alan Rogol, who testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Government Reform Committee on behalf of The Endocrine Society, outlined the legitimate medical usage of human growth hormone and severe health consequences surrounding its abuse by sportsmen and celebrities, and individuals who try to find good ways to combat the effects of aging.

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“There are a number of safe and legitimate FDA-approved uses of growth hormone in adults and children,” said Dr. Rogol. “The off-label use of growth hormone, which primarily is in the anti-aging and body image or athletic market, comes with increased risks.”

One risk factor is that most off-label users are usually unaware of the correct doses. “One can assume that the dose administered would be much greater than that given for legitimate purposes,” said Dr. Rogol.

At higher HGH dosages, it is possible to achieve levels similar to those found in the endocrine disease acromegaly, which is caused by too much growth hormone in the body. This condition can lead to severe muscle weakness and even heart disease.

According to Dr. Rogol, perhaps the most insidious off-label use is by athletes and others who believe they are using actual growth hormone, when in fact they may be receiving an entirely different substance.

“Magazines and the internet are replete with advertisements for substances marketed as ‘growth hormone’,” said Dr. Rogol. “Growth hormone, however, can only work if injected, and many of these preparations are taken orally, so they cannot possibly be HGH.”

Dr. Rogol said that growth hormone that is made from human tissue has significantly been removed from the drug market because of the rare yet fatal Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

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According to a recently concluded study by researchers from France that was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, children as young as eleven are using drugs to improve their on-field performance. This clearly suggests that steroids have also reached hands of the young children who are willing to take on steroids with an aim to win.

In the last few years, the growing bond of steroids and sports has amazed all. This is primarily because steroids have been helping sportsmen to deliver dramatic performance on a consistent basis without feeling fatigue.

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The French team found that more than one per cent of eleven year olds admitted to using performance enhancing drugs to do better in sports but by age 15, the number had increased from 1.2 to 3% and they were then being used on a regular basis.

While 62% of eleven years olds used doping agents less than once per month, at 15 the same number were using them at least every week and 24% on a daily basis.

Most commonly used to improve sporting prowess was the drug salbutamol, which was taken by 45% of users; 10% took corticosteroids and 6% cannabis and other stimulants and 38% anabolic agents.

Boys were more likely to take the drugs than girls and 4% experienced health problems, because of doping including becoming violent, changes to the voice and loss of consciousness.

Drug use was linked to sex, number of hours of practice per week, intention to use, other drug use, low self-esteem and anxiety.

It can be easily concluded from the above discussions that the use of steroids has now reached almost every home. The fact that steroids are not harmful when used according to medical advice and are easily available make them closer to young children, who want to taste ’success’ with every attempt.

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In today’s sporting world, sportsmen and audience do not talk about the use of steroids in sports. This is because they know that steroids have become an integral part of their lives and there is no point in blaming steroids as they help in fulfilling those previously unattained, unexplored, and unfeasible acts.

A small majority of individuals who blamed modern-day sportsmen are those who themselves used steroids at times. The only difference is that they were not caught as past-day technologies were not capable of confirming a steroid use. But, today things can be tracked to some extent. It is high time they grow up and accept the game as it is.

From Huffingpost.com:

Does anyone really care if someone damaged his or her health by working too many hours? It happens every day. So why are we worried about what millionaire athletes do?

Steroids can be used responsibly if prescribed by a doctor. Maybe that’s why the AMA was AGAINST making them a controlled substance. And here’s something to think about: If there were a drug with marginal side effects that would make you smarter, would you take it? And what if it enabled you to excel to the point where you could double your earnings? What if not using them meant failure?

The cat is out of the bag and he isn’t going back in. These drugs do amazing things and they will continue to be used. They come with a risk however. I’d rather see that risk controlled than have the users sneak around and support a black market in order to engage in what should be their inalienable right of free choice as long as the consequences don’t endanger anyone else. As far as I’m concerned, if I want to juggle a couple of flaming chainsaws in the privacy of my own home, that’s my option. It’s funny to see the people who scream the loudest about civil liberties leading the march against others should and shouldn’t do.

I’m not advocating or endorsing steroid use, but it’s here to stay. And the biggest irony of it all is that most fans don’t care. They’d rather see their favorite players playing, instead of penalized. What is the more egregious crime is the price of the tickets. And for that kind of money, I want to see a great performance, however it’s achieved. And although I’m not a fan of the Hall of Fame in that it’s not a museum as much as an elite club determined by committee, there should be an asterisk next to McQuire, Bonds, et al stating: “Post enhancement era.” Would that be so hard?

Just as these drugs will add a few years to the career of a great pitcher by replacing that lost mile or two an hour on his fastball, they can extend youth and vitality for aging baby boomers. If used properly.

The point is - steroids do not offer something bad to its users. They do not even harm unless they are abused. So, what’s the point in blaming them? The earlier people realize this fact, the better. One thing that just cannot be denied is the fact steroids and sports are almost inseparable.

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As per the findings of French researchers that were published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, children as young as eleven are using drugs to enhance their sporting performance and stay ahead of the competition.

It was also found during the study that while 44 percent of children under eleven confessed to use of steroids in sports, the number got increased from 1.2 to 3.0 percent in case of children who celebrated their 15th birthday.

From News-Medical.Net:

The children completed questionnaires every six months about their use of doping agents, tobacco, alcohol and cannabis; involvement in sports; and assessed self-esteem and anxiety.

The French team found that more than one per cent of eleven year olds admitted to using performance enhancing drugs to do better in sports but by age 15, the number had increased from 1.2 to 3% and they were then being used on a regular basis.

While 62% of eleven years olds used doping agents less than once per month, at 15 the same number were using them at least every week and 24% on a daily basis.

Most commonly used to improve sporting prowess was the drug salbutamol, which was taken by 45% of users; 10% took corticosteroids and 6% cannabis and other stimulants and 38% anabolic agents.

Boys were more likely to take the drugs than girls and 4% experienced health problems, because of doping including becoming violent, changes to the voice and loss of consciousness.

Drug use was linked to sex, number of hours of practice per week, intention to use, other drug use, low self-esteem and anxiety.

This study was concerned with the use of drugs banned under the World Anti-Doping Agency International Standard and involved answers to questions asked from 3,500 eleven-year olds.

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In September 2007, Richard Donoghue was caught possessing $60,000 worth of illegal drugs. During the search and investigation, police officials found various kinds of prohibited drugs including steroids. Donoghue pleaded guilty in Ontario Court of Justice to seven drug-related charges including possession and trafficking of ketamine, magic mushrooms and ecstasy.

According to federal prosecutor Mauro DiCarlo, the police was able to confiscate 150 grams of cocaine, 155 grams of ketamine, 329 ecstasy pills, 60 grams of magic mushrooms, 72 vials of liquid steroids and 100 steroid pills.

From The Peterborough Examiner:

The list of drugs and items seized during a 2007 Bruce Street drug raid was three pages long, the federal Crown said yesterday. Richard Donoghue, 36, pleaded guilty yesterday in Ontario Court of Justice to seven counts including possessing ketamine, magic mushrooms, ecstasy and steroids for the purpose of trafficking.

Mr. Justice Michael Block accepted a joint submission and sentenced Donoghue to 360 days in jail. The Sept. 5, 2007 drug raid netted almost $60,000 in drugs, police said.

Police seized 150 grams of cocaine, 155 grams of ketamine, 329 ecstasy pills, 60 grams of magic mushrooms, 72 vials of liquid steroids and 100 steroid pills, federal prosecutor Mauro DiCarlo said.

Police also seized debt lists, cash and two prohibited knives, one that was spring loaded and one attached to brass knuckles. Drugs were also found in Donoghue’s Camaro, which was also seized.

Upon his release, Donoghue will be on probation for 18 months.

Addition to the confiscated drugs, the police also found debt lists, cash and two prohibited knives. Richard Donoghue, who is now 36, was sentenced to 360 days of imprisonment. Donoghue was recently released though he will still be under probation for 18 months.

Possession, use and trade of regulated drugs such as steroids and cocaine are unlawful. Hence, person who is found guilty of selling, possession and use these controlled drugs without prescription from his doctor and proper documentation will face legal sanctions.

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A research conducted by Dr. Michael Irwig shows that using steroids can be as addictive as cocaine and other habit-forming drugs. Steroids, unlike any other drugs, do not create a “high feeling” but users tend to be dependent on it. Some of the famous athletes like the former Olympian Marion Jones, Tour de France winner Floyd Landis, and New York Yankee’s Alex Rodriguez had the same history on steroids.

According to Dr. Irwig, an endocrinologist at George Washington University, many of the patients he had met were recreational athletes and trainers in the gyms. He added that some youngsters use steroids not merely to enhance strength and performance but rather to improve physical image. In the Harvard affiliated study showed that almost 30% of the male weight lifters acknowledged that they used and get addicted to steroids.

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And a new study suggests users can become dependent on these drugs.

Thirty percent of male weight lifters who participated in a Harvard affiliated study - and admitted to steroids use - reported becoming addicted.

The researchers found steroids can be as difficult to quit as other types of habit forming drugs, even though, unlike cocaine and other addictive substances, steroids do not produce a “high” (a feeling of euphoria).

Dr. Irwig says young people use steroids not just to improve athletic performance.

“I’ve also noticed in our society that there’s a really large focus on body image,” he said, “and I think that’s why a lot of young people are using steroids.”

Since steroid is illegal, it is unlikely to determine the exact number of users and the specific long-term health hazards. Dr. Irwig also stated the there should be more studies to be conducted to know the long-term effects of steroid, reasons for its addiction and how it can be treated.

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After a two year investigation, Kenova police has finally arrested a resident of 924 Walnut Street, David Adkins, who was named as a local drug trader in that area. Adkins, also known as “Nose” in the black market, and was under surveillance the entire time during investigation. He was observed to have several drug buys from his own house. After the local police have finally raided his residence, they found more than $3,139 cash and various prescriptions pills, including anabolic steroids, all in all costing about $10,000. A 1998 Honda Accord, 2001 Ford Explorer, and an H & K 0.40 handgun were also seized from his house. Police also found his computer, which he used to track his sales. To add more to his crimes, Adkins was also identified to have been using mail ordered prescriptions from a clinic in Pennsylvania, as well as going to different doctors to obtain prescriptions for certain steroids. He might have used this prescriptions to obtain his stock of steroids which otherwise would’ve been illegal in the United States.

Adkins’ market stretches from Michigan to Florida, and he has sold drugs to more than 300 people already. This has led police to believe that Adkins is not working alone and has an estimate of about 12 accomplices under him.

From The State Journal:

Adkins is charged with seven felony counts of possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver with other state and federal charges pending.

What concerns the police now is the possibility that Adkins’ illegal trade won’t stop as long as those who work under him are still out on the streets.

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In time for the New Year, New York has set a new law limiting the use of anabolic steroids in race horses. Steroids basically have the same effects on humans and horses, except that it may cause a young horse’s skeleton to give way due to sudden increase in bulk. Just this week, New York has started fresh with this new law at hand.

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When a 4-year-old filly named Chernobyl Princess crossed the wire in front in Thursday’s first race at Aqueduct, she became not just the first winner of a new year but also the first winner of a new era in New York racing. Like all horses in the race, Chernobyl Princess was required to run drug free.

The law has elicited various reactions from different horse trainers. Some, such as Chernobyl Princess’ trainer Jeff Odintz, have gladly accepted this change. According to Odintz, there was really no use for steroids during races since speed is the issue and not bulk. Bruce Levine, one of New York’s leading trainers who had used steroids before, is also a supporter of this new rule.

“This is a good idea,” he said. “I had stopped using them with most of my horses because they were shipping to states where they were already banned. They help a horse eat a little bit, but I haven’t missed them. I just had the best year I’ve ever had, and I basically did it steroid free. I found out they don’t make that much of a difference.”

Other trainers saw things differently, however. Some veterans claimed that even if steroids don’t increase speed, they help increase endurance, size, and with the horses’ appetites.

Racing fans and trainers are yet to see the differences in the horses and in the games. As one fan had pointed out, the racing committee should get rid of all drugs. Getting rid of steroid use is one way to start.

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Anabolic steroids have been around for decades, and since almost at their inception these compounds have been hounded by controversies. Why are they classified as controlled substances? Why the ridicule when someone is found out that he or she is using them? And why the high punishment (heavy fines, prison term) when you’re caught possessing or using them? This is because that although steroids have been with us for so long, they are still misinformation and misconceptions about these drugs. Let’s get to the bottom of this, and try to separate truths from fallacies about anabolic steroids.

What are steroids? Steroids, or anabolic-androgenic steroids to be precise, are synthetic copy testosterone. Testosterone is also known as the premier male sex hormone. These drugs are primarily associated with strength/power athletes because they provide three significant things: muscle mass, strength, and stamina. These three factors play significant roles in strength/power sports.

Now let’s debunk the number three myths about steroids.

Myth #1: Steroids are exclusively used by athletes. Not so, say several surveys which have been carried out purposely to determine the demographics of steroid users. Steroids are not mainly used in the field of athletics. Most steroid users are not athletes, but regular people who just want to look and feel good.

Myth #2: Steroids are dangerous drugs. There is this widespread belief that taking steroids can result eventually to psychological concerns, health issues, and even death. Any type of drug – be it aspirin or antibiotics, a pill or an injectable - has its inherent dangers for the users. Steroids are not exemption to the rule. If you look at steroid-related health cases, they share two common denominators – steroids are either misused or abused.

Myth #3: Steroids are miracle pills. True, steroids can significantly enhance your physique and performance, but anabolic steroids alone would not result to desirable physical attributes. Neither would they make an MVP out of every user. Dedicated training, strict dieting, sound lifestyle, and many other factors are requisites for a champion body and performance.

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