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Study Reveals Steroid Users Rely on Forums Over Doctors
10/6/2025
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Story summary
- Griffith University study finds many anabolic steroid users in Australia seek online forums' advice for post-cycle therapy rather than doctors.
- The analysis covers more than 5,000 posts from Australian steroid forums, revealing inconsistent guidance.
- Users fear withdrawal and report doctors' dismissiveness, hindering medical help.
- PCT is helpful for withdrawal and maintaining gains, but misinformation is widespread; evidence-based care is needed.
