There are so many harmful myths floating around about different medicines. Some of these myths are often based in fact. Other times they are little more than misinformation. And, at worst, they are harmful lies that can deter people from using potentially life altering medicines.
Steroids are one such medicine that has garnered a bit of a negative reputation over the years. Especially here in Canada. Primarily this connotation has been brought about by people using steroids to enhance their bodies to extreme extents. Athletes and bodybuilders use steroids to increase muscle growth and improve their workouts. Like any medicine, abuse of steroids can lead to some serious issues such as kidney failure, heart attack, tumors, and strokes.
People often assume that these negative effects are the norm for steroid use. But this isn’t the case. Steroids are an extremely useful treatment that can help improve your life in a number of ways. Today we will be debunking the negative connotations around steroids. And showing you how they can improve your day to day life.
Allergy Treatment
Allergies are one of the most common ailments people suffer from. Ranging from the inconvenient hayfever to potentially fatal allergic reactions to food. Allergic reactions happen due to a mixup in the body’s threat detection system. When the body detects a harmful invader the immune system kicks into action trying to repel it. Allergies are the immune system overreacting to a perceived threat that isn’t actually harmful.
Steroids are an extremely useful medication in the treatment of allergies. They are anti-inflammatories. So they will reduce inflammation caused by an allergic reaction and quell the immune system’s overreaction. They are useful as both a short term fix and can also help with long term allergy management too.
There are different types of steroids available to you. Anabolic steroids can only be acquired with a doctor’s prescription. But you can get weaker steroids, or products containing steroids over the counter. Or, if you’re looking for something more specific, pganabolics sell steroids online in Canada. If you’re outside Canada you will have to check your own nation’s laws concerning steroid acquisition and import. Some nations are very strict about the purchase of any products containing steroids.
Muscle Growth
The most well known use for steroids is to increase muscle growth. This happens because steroids are a syntehtic version of testosterone. The sex hormone responsible for muscle growth, along with the development of a range of male associted physical characteristics. Both sexes produce testosterone naturally. But sometimes our bodies don’t produce enough testosterone. This could be due to a different health issue or diet.
Steroids aren’t just for bodybuilders or athletes. They are also helpful for people who have suffered from a recent illness that has reduced muscle mass, such as a broken bone. Or anyone who is looking to get a head start on their fitness journey. Not only will they promote increased muscle growth but the extra testosterone will give you more energy to workout for longer periods. Ideally they won’t be a forever solution. Simply a tool to help your body get to a healthier condition.
Managing Skin Conditions
Over 900 million people suffer from skin conditions such as eczema and acne. It is one of the most common types of ailments on the planet. And, despite the best efforts of medical researchers, we have yet to find a true cure for many of these conditions. But we can better manage them these days.
Steroids are one of the most effective ways to treat certain skin conditions. More often than not this is done with a topical steroid cream. Applied directly to the affected area, the steroids will reduce the inflammation while also promoting skin regeneration. They will reduce soreness and itching at the same time. It is important to note that, for certain skin conditions, a steroid cream isn’t a cure. Merely a management method.
Skin conditions, while not often fatal, can cause people a great amount of distress in their day to day life. The effect these conditions have on people’s self-image and confidence can lead to a number of mental health issues. So, if steroids can help people feel more confident in their body while also improving their physical health, then they can’t be as bad as people seem to think.
It is important to seek medical advice before using steroids to treat skin conditions. Not everyone’s skin condition will benefit from topical steroid creams. And they can potentially cause more damage to the skin.
I’m Dr Justin Boey, an Aesthetic Doctor in Singapore. I believe in open sharing of knowledge and skills to patients, blog readers and fellow doctors alike.
