title: Anabolic steroids in athletics.
abstract: Steroid abuse in athletics is one of the most pressing health problems in sports today. Many athletes believe that they must take steroids in order to compete, even though scientists are divided on the question of whether steroids increase strength. This paper reviews the history of anabolic drug use in sports, the types of steroids and amounts used, their intended effects, and the possible side effects.
authors.affiliation: Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX.
authors.forename: S C
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Holden
authors.forename: R D
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Calvo
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Sterling
mesh_terms: D045930:Anabolic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000494:pharmacology; D004300:Doping in Sports; D006801:Humans; D013177:Sports
chemical_list: D045930:Anabolic Agents