Side effects of anabolic-androgenic steroids abuse – empirical research based on anonymous surveys among people who regularly attend the gym

Introduction: The use of anabolic androgenic steroids is particularly common in regular gyms and fitness centres participants. AAS are usually synthetic derivatives testosterone with effect. However, many people, including users, do not realize how side effects they can cause.The aim the study: study was to assess if people who regularly attend gym aware using by empirical research based on anonymous surveys.Materials methods: material collected an online survey April 2023. obtained results were analyzed verified basis scientific literature statistically processed Microsoft Office Excel.Results: Of 112 participants, 20,5% reported anabolic-androgenic past. Most filling questionnaire negative health use. most them can't name more than 4 effects, which shows that knowledge about still unexplored this social group.Conclusion: increase muscle size strength widespread. Various very when AAS, some seriously affect users. By raising awareness side-effects cause, it possible discourage from these performance-enhancing substances.Keywords: Anabolic-androgenic steroids, testosterone, gym, doping, bodybuilding