A man presents with male-pattern baldness, enlargement of the breasts, excessive hair on his body, and shrinkage of the testicles. Given these physiological effects, what substance is he likely to be abusing?

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The symptoms described, such as male-pattern baldness, enlargement of the breasts (gynecomastia), excessive body hair, and testicular shrinkage, are consistent with anabolic steroid abuse. These substances mimic testosterone in the body, leading to both androgenic (male traits) and anabolic (muscle-building) effects, but can also disrupt the body's natural hormone balance, leading to the observed symptoms.

A Man Presents with Male-Pattern Baldness, Enlargement of the Breasts