Ep 209 – Anabolic steroid misuse
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June 4, 2026 · 17 min · Episode 209
About this episode
Dr Roger Henderson discusses the clinical challenges of anabolic steroid misuse and its implications in everyday practice.
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores the growing clinical challenge of anabolic–androgenic steroid (AAS) misuse, a condition increasingly seen in everyday practice. Here, we examine how AAS use has shifted toward appearance-driven motivations, the role of muscle dysmorphia and the influence of gym culture and online communities. This episode highlights key pathophysiological effects, including hypogonadism, cardiovascular risk and neuropsychiatric complications. It also reviews how AAS misuse presents in real-world clinical settings, often through indirect signs rather than disclosure. Finally, it covers practical approaches to recognition, withdrawal management and long-term care, equipping GPs to better identify and support patients affected by this evolving, multi-system disorder. Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at: https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB /podcasts/general-information/ep-209-anabolic-steroid-misuse . Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more .
People in this episode
Host: Dr Roger Henderson
Topics covered
- anabolic steroids
- AAS misuse
- muscle dysmorphia
- gym culture
- clinical challenges
- withdrawal management
- patient support
Keywords
- anabolic steroids
- AAS
- hypogonadism
- cardiovascular risk
- neuropsychiatric complications
- muscle dysmorphia
- gym culture
- withdrawal management
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