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Side Effects and Dangers of Human Growth Hormone HGH Abuse

HGH Human Growth Hormone has been shown in some studies to have side effects which include:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Edema (swelling), Water Retention, Joint Pain, Gigantism (unnatural bone growth) and Bloating.

These symptoms are typically experienced with high dose abuse over a long period of time. One should also completely avoid HGH Human Growth Hormone if they have cancer or a high risk or prevalent family history of cancer, especially prostate and reproductive cancer - because some studies have indicated HGH can increase cancer cell growth, others have suggested HGH may actually help fight cancer - but most believe it is better to error on the side of caution. Human Growth Hormone, HGH stimulates cell reproduction and regeneration, which is very important for enabling longevity, quality of life and anti-aging as some scientists and doctors have suggested, it can have a dangerous effects on one who has cancer if the cancer cells are stimulated.

Long term abuse of HGH can also cause the Pituitary glad to produce less HGH for a while, how long depends on the person, lifestyle and the abuse level. Some researchers have suggested HGH can actually have a regenerative effect on the pituitary gland itself making it stronger and healthier.

Avoid Side Effects

Numerous studies have shown side effects can be avoided by slow initial administration, proper monitoring of levels, and usage on a daily basis in what is called a low-dose, high frequency method.