Question: I was reluctant to put this question under 'drug abuse', however as my question is related to performance enhancing drugs I felt this was the most relevant category.

In the past I have made some idiotic decision and ones which I pray do not have long-term side effects. Over the last 4 years I have taken several mild 'prohormone' cycles (a form of steroid) for bodybuilding. These were all correctly dosed and support supplements for my liver and cholesterol were taken. I have not touched any such supplement for the last 2 years and never wish to again. My blood pressure is also currently normal as are my full bloods, liver, kidney etc. The only thing I have not tested recently is my cholesterol. As an individual I feel fit, appear health, and carry out plenty of aerobic and anaerobic exercise each week. I suppose my main concern is any long-term side effects these so-called 'supplements' may have on my heart - although each 'cycle' I did of the prohormones was not for my more 4 weeks at a time and of course I never plan on taking them again. Would there be any tests on my heart one would recommend to be beneficial to have?

Last year, as mentioned, I did not take any prohormones however I did take another performance enhancing drug - EPO (erythropoietin). Again, I had done my research into correct dosing for my height and monitored my Hematocrit and rbc count through regular blood tests to ensure they did not go too high. I then ceased use of the drug when I noticed to significant benefits. I am hoping this should not cause any real long-term issues as I had monitored both my health and the dose at regular intervals and it would appear my levels are back down to the normal range at present.

Apologies for the long message and I look forward to a professional response.

Kind regards