Steroids. They've caused global scandals. They're banned in most athletic competitions. Yet the same properties that help elite athletes and bodybuilders improve performance also make steroids valuable for treating many illnesses and injuries, such as AIDS and cancer. So if steroids are used as medicine, they must be safe to use recreationally, right? Anees Bahji explores the effects of steroids. [Directed by Cris Wiegandt, narrated by Addison Anderson].

Anees Bahji: How do steroids affect your muscles— and the rest of your body?

How do steroids affect your muscles— and the rest of your body?

Steroids mimic testosterone, enhancing muscle growth but misuse leads to severe health risks like liver damage and 'roid rage'.

While steroids offer medical benefits for certain conditions, recreational use risks dependence and severe side effects.

Steroids mimic testosterone, enhancing muscle growth but risking severe health effects like liver damage and 'roid rage.'