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Masteron is one of the anabolic steroids in use by athletes and bodybuilders that is regarded as being very low risk in terms of the propensity and side effects. It can be considered one of the more ‘mild’ anabolic steroids where side effects are concerned. The issue with Masteron side effects lies in its ability to be well tolerated by some individuals, while others might be very susceptible to certain Masteron side effects, such as androgenic side effects. This is due to the fact that Masteron is a DHT-derivative, and might induce various androgenic side effects in individuals who are more sensitive to androgenic side effects.
Winstrol for SaleBecause Masteron is a DHT-derivative, it does not convert into a more potent androgen like Testosterone does. Testosterone, when it passes through various tissues in the body, becomes exposed to the enzyme 5-alpha reductase. This enzyme is responsible for the reduction (or conversion) of Testosterone into the much more powerful androgen known as Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Because Masteron is a DHT-derivative, it is not affected by this enzyme at all, and therefore the androgenic Masteron side effects that are experienced can be said to be the general experience one would have from Masteron where androgenic side effects are concerned. The same cannot be said for something like Testosterone. However, with that being the case, Masteron itself does affect androgen receptors in the typical androgen-sensitive areas of the body that might generate androgenic side effects, such as the prostate, scalp, and skin. While Testosterone’s androgenic rating is that of 100, Masteron’s androgenic rating is 25 – 40, making it much less androgenic than Testosterone itself. While this is good news for Masteron, it is still considered an androgen, and as such it will still exhibit activity at androgen receptors in the different tissues of the body. Therefore, androgenic side effects can still be a potential concern, especially for those who are more sensitive to it.
Androgenic side effects include increased acne as a result of an increase in the production of skin oils, potential hair loss (male pattern baldness) in those who possess the genetic predisposition for it, and benign prostatic hypertrophy. Androgenic Masteron side effects can be an even greater concern for females, which manifests itself in the form of virilization and can include the deepening of the voice, hair growth on the body, the enlargement of the clitoris, and menstrual irregularities.
Because Masteron is a DHT-derivative, it cannot possibly interact with the aromatase enzyme at any dose in any case. This enzyme is responsible for the conversion (or aromatization) of androgens into Estrogen, and therefore absolutely no estrogenic side effects should be experienced from Masteron alone. As previously mentioned in this profile, Masteron itself possesses a degree of aromatase inhibition, and therefore acts as a moderate aromatase inhibitor, and will possibly even reduce the incidence of estrogenic side effects (especially with the use of anabolic steroids that are prone to aromatization).
Because Masteron is indeed an anabolic androgenic steroid, it does exhibit shutdown and/or suppression of endogenous natural Testosterone production in the body. All anabolic steroids exhibit this effect in one way or another, and the shutdown or suppression of the HPTA (Hypothalamic Pituitary Testicular Axis) is one of the most important Masteron side effects to address. Without the implementation of a proper PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) program after the conclusion of a cycle, it is very possible for the individual to be left with a nonfunctioning HPTA, a medical condition known as hypogonadism. Although the human body can recover its HPTA function without any assistance within months of halting an anabolic steroid cycle, many can be left with permanent HPTA dysfunction. A proper PCT program is essential to ensuring proper recovery, and includes the use of various compounds that serve to stimulate the body’s HPTA function in order to restore endogenous Testosterone productions to normal levels. The failure to engage in a proper PCT program can potentially result in a lifetime treatment of TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy).
Masteron side effects also include effects on the cardiovascular system, which is typical of anabolic steroid use at bodybuilding dosages, no matter the compound utilized. The most impacting effect on cardiovascular function is that of negative alterations in cholesterol levels whereby HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol) will decrease, and the LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) will increase. Typically with non C17-alpha alkylated oral anabolic steroids (of which Masteron is one of them), the only real risk is that of HDL decrease, though LDL can increase slightly. However, larger increases in LDL are more typical of C17-alpha alkylated oral anabolic steroids due to their stronger impacts on the liver and its function. Masteron side effects on the cardiovascular system in particular may impart an even greater negative impact on cholesterol levels than most other injectable non-alkylated anabolic steroids simply due to its anti-estrogenic properties (as an aromatase inhibitor). Through aromatase inhibition, Estrogen levels are reduced below normal physiological levels. It is a well-known and well documented fact that Estrogen plays a very important role in the maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels, and with a reduction in total circulating Estrogen levels, Masteron may impact cholesterol levels more negatively than most other injectable compounds. It is advised in such a situation to supplement with healthy fats (omega 3 fats) and other cardiovascular supportive nutrients and compounds in order to mitigate this Masteron side effect.
Masteron is an injectable anabolic steroid that is not C17-alpha alkylated (C17AA). C17AA oral anabolic steroids are modified at the C17th carbon to include an alkyl group so that the compound will survive metabolism through the liver. The downside to this effect is a greater amount of strain and stress on the liver, resulting in liver toxicity issues. Masteron is completely void of this effect, as it is not an oral C17AA anabolic steroid, and does not express any measure of liver toxicity or alteration of liver enzyme values in the blood