Harm reduction measures in a recreational gym user with anabolic androgenic steroid dependence: a case report in the context of current best clinical practice.

ABSTRACT: The non-medical use of androgens among recreational gym users has become a global substance use concern. Complications from use particularly appear to affect the cardiovascular system, including the development of cardiovascular events, as well as anabolic steroid-induced cardiomyopathy (ASIC). Furthermore, the development of substance dependence with a specific withdrawal syndrome appears to be common and is contributed by the development of endocrine dysfunction related to anabolic steroid-induced hypogonadism. A 38-year-old male law enforcement officer and recreational bodybuilder presented with multiple health complaints following years of supraphysiologic androgen use and polypharmacy. Key symptoms included new-onset subacute dyspnea, dizziness, palpitations, headaches, and recurrent

SUBMITTER: Magnolini R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12369084 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature