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How To Withdraw From Steroid Shots?
I have used injection steroids & have hep c from sharing pins. And iv all so been taking loads of tablets Valium pre gabalin and large amounts of pain killers over 10/5 yrs abuse and drink only now and then my kidneys and heart are bigger than normal to & my sesticals have gon realy small is it wise just to stop taking steroids or shall I just use small amount of testosterone I have stopped injecting heroin but on medication for that
Wed, 2 May 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It is not advisable to stop steroids suddenly, especially after such a long period of use. I would recommend tapering the dose by consulting a doctor.
Testosterone now needs to be continued depending on its blood concentration. Also, continue with the treatment for heroin de-addiction.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pooja.Sanap
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It is not advisable to stop steroids suddenly, especially after such a long period of use. I would recommend tapering the dose by consulting a doctor.
Testosterone now needs to be continued depending on its blood concentration. Also, continue with the treatment for heroin de-addiction.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pooja.Sanap
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