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Side-effects of use of anabolic steroids in female include
(1) Masculinisation
(ii) Premature baldness
(iii) Breast enlargement
(iv) Deepening of voice
(v) Abnormal menstrual cycle
(vi) Depression

A

I, ii, iv , v and vi

B

I, ii, v and vi

C

I, iv , v and vi

D

I, iii, iv , v and v

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To answer the question regarding the side effects of anabolic steroids in females, we will analyze each option provided and identify which ones are indeed side effects associated with the use of anabolic steroids. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Side Effects**: - Anabolic steroids can lead to a variety of side effects in females. The common side effects include: - Masculinization (development of male characteristics) - Deepening of voice - Abnormal menstrual cycles - Mood swings and depression - Excessive hair growth (hirsutism) - Enlargement of the clitoris 2. **Evaluate Each Option**: - **(1) Masculinisation**: This is a well-known side effect of anabolic steroids in females. It involves the development of male traits. - **(ii) Premature baldness**: While not specifically mentioned in the video transcript, it can be associated with the use of anabolic steroids due to hormonal changes. However, it is less commonly highlighted compared to other effects. - **(iii) Breast enlargement**: This is not typically a side effect of anabolic steroids; in fact, steroids can lead to breast reduction in some cases. - **(iv) Deepening of voice**: This is a confirmed side effect and is a result of hormonal changes. - **(v) Abnormal menstrual cycle**: This is also a recognized side effect, as anabolic steroids can disrupt normal hormonal balance. - **(vi) Depression**: This is mentioned as a side effect and is associated with mood swings caused by hormonal changes. 3. **Compile the Correct Options**: - From the analysis, the confirmed side effects are: - (1) Masculinisation - (iv) Deepening of voice - (v) Abnormal menstrual cycle - (vi) Depression 4. **Conclusion**: - The side effects of anabolic steroids in females include: - Masculinisation - Deepening of voice - Abnormal menstrual cycle - Depression - Therefore, the correct options are (1), (iv), (v), and (vi). ### Summary of Correct Options: - (1) Masculinisation - (iv) Deepening of voice - (v) Abnormal menstrual cycle - (vi) Depression
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