Question

what is the main difference between corticosteroids and anabolic-androgenic steroids?

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○ corticosteroids increase muscle mass, anabolic steroids reduce inflammation
○ corticosteroids reduce inflammation, anabolic steroids increase muscle mass
○ both are used primarily to build muscle
○ both are illegal performance-enhancing drugs

Explanation:

Corticosteroids (like prednisone) are used for anti - inflammatory purposes (e.g., treating asthma, arthritis inflammation). Anabolic - androgenic steroids (synthetic derivatives of testosterone) have anabolic effects that promote muscle growth (misused by some athletes for this). The first option reverses their effects. The third option is wrong as corticosteroids don't build muscle. The fourth is wrong as corticosteroids are legal for medical use (e.g., treating inflammation - related conditions) while anabolic steroids are often illegal for non - medical, performance - enhancing use.

Answer:

B. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation, anabolic steroids increase muscle mass