Andrology-Open Access
Open Access

Department of Urology, Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Publications

• Research Article   
  The Deleterious Effects of Androgenic Anabolic Steroid Abuse on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Comparison of Recovery between Treated and Untreated Patients
  Author(s): Manaf Al Hashimi*
  
  Objective: Androgenic Anabolic Steroids (AAS) abuse has increased among adult men and has a negative impact on sexual and reproductive health. Studies or guidelines outlining the management pathways for AAS abuse are currently unavailable. We aimed to confirm the deleterious effects of AAS abuse on sexual health and fertility, monitor the spontaneous recovery, and demonstrate the effects of treatment regimens on recovery. Methods: We enrolled 520 patients with a confirmed history of AAS intake within 1 year of presentation and evaluated their symptoms, hormones levels, and semen every 3 months till 12 months. All patients ceased using AAS and were monitored for spontaneous recovery in the first 3 months; if they showed no recovery, they were randomized to undergo either continued observation or commence medications. The International Index o.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2167-0250.22.S2.004

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