Steroids & Bone Density

[Wolverine_K1]

I have heard people attribute the leg break mpg from the victim being on steroids. They say the minerals & bone density of his legs decreased due to steroid use that is why his leg broke. Is this true???? Also i have read that some asthma steroids make your bones brittle & you bruise easier???? Comments.....

 

[danielson]

corticosteroids can cause osteoperosis if used for long periods of time. (i,e, asthma steroids)

but it depends on the form of steroid and how long its being used for (i.e. an inhaled one will have less effects on the rest of your body than one which is taken orally)

 

[Greek Freak]

Its more that you get a lot stronger/bigger and that puts stress on your bones, not your bones getting weaker.