**Are steroids still dangerous in tiny doses? Any credible studies or risks associated?**

Even tiny doses of steroids can increase testosterone levels, leading to potential negative effects such as impotence, hair loss, aggression, and acne.

Steroid inhalers rarely result in long-term side effects when used appropriately, but oral steroids carry higher risks.

The risks associated with steroid use depend on factors like dosage, duration, and individual genetics.

Increased testosterone levels from steroids can cause mood swings, memory problems, behavioral changes, and psychological effects like confusion or delirium.

Low-dose prednisone (75mg or less daily) can result in common side effects such as elevated blood pressure, swelling, changes in blood sugar, and increased appetite, which can lead to weight gain.

Prednisone does not cause diarrhea, but it can result in other gastrointestinal symptoms like increased appetite and indigestion.

The term "steroids" often refers to glucocorticoids, a group of drugs that includes betamethasone, mometasone, and prednisolone, which are both naturally-occurring and artificially-made hormones.

Anabolic steroids, when used in small doses for short periods under medical supervision, have a lower risk of long-term or harmful side effects.

Steroid use can result in fluid retention causing swelling in the lower legs, often referred to as "moon face," a form of swelling in the face after prolonged steroid use.

Common short-term side effects of prednisone include changes in appetite, mood, energy, and sleep patterns.

Long-term prednisone treatment can lead to severe side effects like weight gain, osteoporosis, and cataracts.

Prednisone can be prescribed either short-term or long-term, depending on the dose, and will be adjusted or stopped based on the individual's response.

Steroids, specifically glucocorticoids, have been used in medicine for over 50 years, making them a well-established class of drugs.

Although steroids have been used for half a century, scientists continue to research their long-term effects, particularly in relation to individual genetics.