Use of Anabolic steroids for athletic performance. Is it safe or not - Ft. Dr. Sanjay Prakash J - Video

Published On 2023-11-01T16:30:40+05:30 | Updated On 1 Nov 2023 4:30 PM IST

Overview

Anabolic steroids are synthetic methods that mimic the effects of the male sex hormone testosterone. They are primarily used to improve athletic performance and muscle growth- mostly a game changer you need to elevate your fitness journey. But these come with many health problems.

Medical Dialogues team interacted with Dr. Sanjay Prakash J, Consultant Urologist and Microsurgical Andrologist in Chennai.

His area of expertise lies in Erectile Dysfunction, Male Infertility and Male Sexual Health Microscopic Varicocele Repair, Penile Implant Surgery. He is well trained in Endo-urology Procedures and Laparoscopic Surgeries Trained in Basic Robotic Surgeries.

He provided his valuable insights on the following-

1. What are anabolic steroids, and how do they differ from other types of steroid

2. What are the primary medical uses for anabolic steroids, and how are they prescribed in those cases?

3. What are the most common reasons people misuse anabolic steroids outside of medical supervision?

4. What are the short-term effects and potential benefits of using anabolic steroids with respect to male infertility? Are these effects irreversible? How do anabolic steroids affect the body, including changes in hormone levels and organ systems?

5. Are there safer alternatives for individuals who wish to enhance their athletic performance or build muscle without using anabolic steroids?

6. How can healthcare professionals help individuals who are struggling with anabolic steroid abuse or addiction?

Speakers

Dr. Nandita Mohan

BDS, MDS( Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)

Dr. Nandita Mohan is a practicing pediatric dentist with more than 5 years of clinical work experience. Along with this, she is equally interested in keeping herself up to date about the latest developments in the field of medicine and dentistry which is the driving force for her to be in association with Medical Dialogues. She also has her name attached with many publications; both national and international. She has pursued her BDS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore and later went to enter her dream specialty (MDS) in the Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry from Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences. Through all the years of experience, her core interest in learning something new has never stopped. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in. Contact no. 011-43720751

Dr Sanjay Prakash J

Dr Sanjay Prakash J MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DrNB(Urology), FMAS, FIAGES, FAMH, Fellowship in Advanced Andrology & Male Sexual Dysfunction (Rajiv Gandhi UHS, Karnataka, India), Masters in Male Infertility (MHPRO, USA), Certified Microsurgical Training (Johnson & Johnson Institute), Intuitive (USA) Certified Robotic Surgeon is a Consultant Microsurgical Andrologist, Male Sexual Health & Urologist at Asian Institute of Nephrology & Urology, Chennai. He has over 4 years of experience in his field. His areas of expertise are Erectile Dysfunction, Male Infertility and Male Sexual Health Microscopic Varicocele Repair, and Penile Implant Surgery well trained in Endo-urology Procedures and Laparoscopic Surgeries and Trained in Basic Robotic Surgeries.