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Steroids  

Most smokers wouldn't even consider this a drug. But the damage this drug does to a human body is off the scale. They say its not addictive, then why can't people stop using it?


Steriods are legal substances prescribed by a physician, however if distributed or sold without a prescription they are illegal. Some steroids are made in illegal labs across the United States. Steriods are not safe unless monitored by a physician. These artificial hormones are commonly used illegally to gain muscle mass and body size, however these drugs have very serious side effects that differ in males and females. Males users can develope breast, baldness or impetence as a result. While females can experience a reduction of breast, develop a deeper voice and facial hair. The changes caused by steroid use are not reversible in most cases.


Effects of Use :

- Tooth Decay
- Mouth, Throat And Lung - Cancers
- Chronic Cough
- Reduction In Lung Growth And Function
- Drying Out Of Skin
- Wrinkles In Skin

Also Known As:

- Weed
- Pot
- Maryjane
- Grass
- Bud
- Chronic
- Reefer

Signs and Symptoms:

- Cigarette Odor
- Discoloration Of Teeth And Fingers
- Nausea
- Coughings
- Wheezing
- Difficulty Keeping Up In Physical Activities.
- Bleeding Gums
- Frequent Mouth Sores.