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. 1992 Dec;26(4):219–220. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.26.4.219

A case of affective disorder associated with the misuse of 'anabolic steroids'.

H M Perry 1, G W Hughes 1
PMCID: PMC1478994  PMID: 1362688

Abstract

In the pursuit of gains in muscle size and strength, body-builders may mistakenly use illicit drugs believing them to be anabolic steroids. The case described illustrates the physical and psychological dangers of such behaviour.

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