Low Muscle Mass/ Muscle Wasting - #20146

For a 15-year-old, using anabolic steroids such as testosterone or trenbolone is unsafe. These drugs can disrupt normal hormonal development, damage heart health, affect brain and mood, impair growth, and cause long-term reproductive problems. Even short use (3–4 weeks) can trigger harmful changes, and there is no safe duration at this age. Serious outcomes including lasting health effects and rare but real life-threatening events have been reported in young users. The safest choice is no exposure at all and to use natural training, nutrition, and medical guidance instead.

Hello dear See you are quite young and growth is going on. I suggest you to please avoid above mentioned medication Instead go for below precautions Do meditation Do physical exercise but stretching excercise in major part Take zincovit multivitamin Avoid smoking and alcohol Engage in hobbies Take good balanced diet rich in nuts, fats and grams. Avoid synthetic supplements. Improvement will occur definitely Regards

Hello,

🛑For a 15-year-old, anabolic steroids like testosterone or trenbolone are very dangerous because the body is still developing.

Major risks: Permanent shutdown of natural hormones, testicular shrinkage, infertility Stunted height (growth plates may close early) Heart damage → high BP, rhythm issues, even heart attack/stroke risk Mental health effects → aggression, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts Liver & kidney damage, infections from injections

Even short use (3–4 weeks) can cause long-term harm; there is no safe trial cycle.

Death is rare but possible due to heart, liver, clotting, or severe mental effects.

Steroids should only be used in teens for genuine medical diseases, never for bodybuilding.

🛑Safe approach: proper training, Good nutrition, Good sleep; see a physician if there’s real muscle loss or weakness.

I trust its clear and helpful Thank you

Hello Adrian, thank you for sharing your concern. Anabolic steroids (testosterone, trenbolone, etc.) are medically unsafe and strongly contraindicated in a 15-year-old. Even short use (3–4 weeks) can cause permanent, irreversible harm. There is no safe dose, no safe duration, and no “just one cycle” at this age.

Steroids are uniquely dangerous in teenagers because at 15 years, the body is still: Completing puberty Building the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal (HPG) axis, Growing bones, heart, brain, and reproductive organs. Steroids shut down natural hormone signaling, which in teens can fail to restart properly.

There are a number of major medical risks associated with it naming - Hormonal and Puberty adverse effects, issues with heart and blood vessels, negative effects on growth & bones, bad mental health & brain, dysfunction of liver & kidneys.

Even short exposure can suppress natural testosterone, trigger gynecomastia, alter cholesterol within weeks, affect growth plates, cause psychological effects.

The likelihood of serious outcomes is very high, Adrian.

Here are some safe alternatives for you- If muscle wasting or low mass is a concern, the correct approach is medical evaluation, not steroids. Visit a Pediatrician for a proper evaluation and tests. Till then - Take adequate calories and protein, Do progressive resistance training & Sleep optimization. These approaches build muscle safely and permanently.

Feel free to reach out again.

Regards, Dr. Nirav Jain MBBS, DNB D.Fam.Medicine

Hello Adrian It’s important to understand that using anabolic steroids like testosterone or trenbolone, especially at a young age, can have serious health risks. Here are some key points to consider: - Heart Health: Steroid use can increase the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and changes in cholesterol levels, which can lead to cardiovascular issues. - Hormonal Development: At 15, the body is still developing. Steroids can disrupt natural hormone production, leading to issues like stunted growth, infertility, and changes in secondary sexual characteristics. - Long-term Well-being: The psychological effects can include mood swings, aggression, and depression. Long-term use can lead to dependency and other mental health issues. - Serious Outcomes: While the likelihood of serious or fatal outcomes varies, even short-term use can lead to significant health problems. The risks do not diminish significantly with shorter use (like 3 weeks or 1 month).

Thank you