AAS weaken the immune system: true or false??

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    musclestack
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    I did a random google search out of boredom after having a discussion about it witha friend of mine. All the links I found said that steroids weaken the immune system. Anyone know anything about this? Any studies to confirm?

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    t-dogg
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    I was always told it in increases it.
    stpete
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    Yeah, i’m not sure about that. I rarely get sick but i do have allergy issues every year.
    DylanSpb
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    no truth to that
    Times Roman
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    it is primarily the white blood cells that drive your immune system. AAS impacts red blood cell production. But i do not have a definate answer to your question.

    however, it would SEEM that going to the gym is hazardous to your immune system, since there are so many blokes getting sick at the gym all the time!

    liftology
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    I have never heard that, but it doesn’t seem to make sense
    Metalject
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    Testosterone is immunosuppressive but only to a slight degree according to some data. Interestingly enough, low testosterone can actually weaken the immune system significantly. Some studies have also indicated that steroids like Nandrolone may actually boost the immune system…not enormously but to a degree.

    stpete
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    Quote Originally Posted by Times RomanView
    it is primarily the white blood cells that drive your immune system. AAS impacts red blood cell production. But i do not have a definate answer to your question.

    however, it would SEEM that going to the gym is hazardous to your immune system, since there are so many blokes getting sick at the gym all the time!

    No kidding. I make sure i wash my hands as soon as i’m done lifting!

    songdog
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    I have never read anything about this.
    Metalject
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    ^^^Does that mean nothing exist, lol!
    Strong22
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    I recon stronger if anything, I haven’t been sick in a couple years apart from a couple small colds.
    when people are cycling they tend to take care of themselves more and eat better exct. probably alot to do with the immune system doubtful its suppressive to any extent.
    Sleeping better, better diet, exercise, sense of well being = healthy.
    mockery
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    i would say from my experince its the nasty colds that go around, usually started by Pt’s and counter girls and other staff.. Gyms are dirty
    swm1972
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    Been on nonstop between cycling and hrt for almost six years. I can’t tell you the last time I’ve had even a cold. I’m one of the healthiest least sickly people in my social circle. I am personally not sure I believe it, but I don’t have anything scientific to back it up with.
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