The absolute best way to tell is a blood test. “If you find hCG, you can bet almost 100 percent they're using anabolic steroids,” Scally says. That's because hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is a hormone produced by pregnant women, and commonly used to un-shrink balls and restore normal testosterone levels.
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A urine test aka urinalysis is the most commonly administered test to detect the use of anabolic steroids. The metabolites of the steroids or high levels of testosterone are detectable in the donor's blood from 14 to 28 days of the intake. The second most commonly administered test is the hair follicle test.Some people who take steroids say the drugs make them feel powerful and energetic. However, steroids are also known to increase irritability, anxiety and aggression and cause mood swings, manic symptoms and paranoia, particularly when taken in high doses.
How can I tell if my son is using steroids
The effects of steroids aren't always obvious.
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Personality and Behavior Changes
- Aggressiveness and irritability.
- Hyperactivity or lethargy.
- Drastic and rapid mood swings.
- Paranoia.
- Insatiable hunger or loss of appetite.
- Erratic sleep patterns (not sleeping or sleeping too much)
