One effect that only occurs in females is the reduction of their breast size. .
For some men an abnormal enlargement of the breast may occur while on steroids. If caught early enough it can be prevented by taking certain supplements. Many find that this is truly a problem when it comes to bodybuilder competitions. Growth defects are all to common among steroid users. When athletes or teens use steroids and their full height has not yet been reached their growth plates may be altered. In this case many do not reach their full height and become short and stocky. This is why steroids are especially discouraged among teens. .
One effect that might not be as noticeable is the swelling of a persons muscle tissue. This happens when the steroids cause water and electrolyte to increase their storage in the muscles. This problem can be detected by the appearance of the skin looking puffy and swollen. It can also put strain on ones heart. But taking a diuretic can help by releasing the water amount in their body (anabolic.com).
Internally most people don't see a single thing but unfortunately that is where most of the damage occurs. Lets start off with headaches. Simple enough but can be caused from steroid use. When on steroids your hormones are almost always unbalanced this can cause high blood pressure. The only way to fight it is to take a Advil or aspirin. .
The drug can also change or alter the function of the kidney. When any type of drug is used it is always hard on the kidneys but when steroids are overdosed that is when the damage can really occur due to the mass of electrolytes. The result or sign of a bad kidney are: back pain, fever, and enlargement or swelling of the kidneys.
While under the influence of anabolic or androgenic steroids damage to the live can be very common. In a worst case the liver may completely shut down or a intra-abdominal develops. But can be repaired once the steroid use has been discontinued.