Steroid use: Androgen and anabolic steroids have a few uses that include medical uses and a use of gaining an competitive edge in a lot of sports. There are also great medical uses for androgens and anabolic steroids but in turn there are also horrible side effects. Some athletes use steroids to build muscle and enhance performance. Anabolic steroids are illegal and prohibited, both in competition in collegiate and professional sports. Anabolic steroid use is also prohibited by the International Olympic Committee as well as the National Collegiate Athletic Association World Anti Dopping Agency and the U.S. Doping Agency. Anabolic steroids can be given by injection, taken by mouth, or used externally. In the U.S. they are classified as schedule
