Steroid use is widespread—and it's increasingly dangerous

The problem with PEDs use today is much more widespread and closer to home than many people believe, Pope warns. Both mass ...

Steroid overuse increases fungal infection risk: 6 dangerous side effects to watch for

When there's overuse of steroids, its impact is more than just muscle gains or quick relief from inflammation. These ...

Man who took steroids for a decade said it had seriously unexpected side effect

Christian Bueno once built a successful career as a bodybuilder, winning competitions and being compared to the superhero ...

I took steroids for a decade — it had a very unwelcome effect on my nipples

Over time, the consequences of his long-term steroid use piled up. “All of my hormones and my system shut down. I had no ...
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Managing side effects of steroids

Taking a higher dose (amount) of steroids usually causes more severe side effects. People who take steroids for a long time are also at risk for more serious health problems: Because steroids cause ...

Woman given steroids as a child—now faces agonizing condition

Jia Patrick told Newsweek that living with TSW has been "a truly harrowing experience" that will take a long time to recover ...

Nationwide Survey Underscores Concerns with Use of Topical Steroids and Need for Long-Term Treatment Strategies Facing the 46 Million Americans with Chronic Infla…

Nearly 9 in 10 adults and parents of children with plaque psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis being ...