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The manmade version of hormones (chemicals that are naturally made by the body) are called steroids or corticosteroids. These steroids work like hormones in reducing inflammation. Steroids are usually prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, uveitis, psoriatic arthritis, and other autoimmune conditions.

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My son is a weightlifter who wants to gain muscle. Will using steroids help him in bulking up?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is a weightlifter who is dedicated and enthusiastic about his profession. He did all he could to gain muscle mass, but, nothing worked. So I am wondering if he can take steroids to bulk up. If so, what steroids may he use to gain muscle? Is it safe to use steroids at such a young...  Read Full »

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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Steroids, on the other hand, may be harmful to the body. So encourage him to eat a healthy diet. Increase his protein intake as well. And motivate him to focus on working out to gain muscle mass.   Read Full »

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