... tendons of the body. The extra muscle mass can put a lot of extra pressure on the tendons, which can lead to ruptures in the tendons themselves. Steroid abuse can cause acne, cysts, and oily hair and skin. One of the most dangerous effects from taking steroids is the possibility of being infected with the HIV virus. Many abusers who inject anabolic ... ...

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