The bodybuilder-amator had to be treated, after he made himself an injection of coconut oil

Doctors warn of the dangers of the usual practice of bodybuilders in the UK, using injections of coconut oil to increase muscle volume. The side effect of this method was fully felt by the 25-year-old Briton, who entered the hospital with a partial loss of the functions of the right hand. The problem has been observed for several months, and potentially it can only be the "tip of the iceberg".

This practice is common

Doctors say that this practice is common among bodybuilders-amators. Nonprofessional bodybuilders often resort to a short-term improvement in the appearance of the body. The authors of the case study do not exclude that coconut oil injected intramuscularly can potentially lead to tissue fibrosis, ugliness and irreversible loss of limb functions.

Diagnosis

This case exposed the problem. The British has practiced bodybuilding for four years. A few months ago, he noticed that he began to squeeze out his hand with difficulty. Ultrasound revealed a triceps rupture and numerous cysts all over the arm area.

Errors of non-professionals

At first, the bodybuilder reluctantly shared his secrets with the doctors. In the end, he had to tell about injections of coconut oil. Aesthetics of the muscle contour is emphasized not only by anabolic steroids. As substances aimed at more intensive formation of muscle mass, amateur can use any non-chemical components: sesame oil, paraffin, nut oil. This practice has not received the support of doctors and trainers. However, bodybuilders who want immediate results, but do not have the opportunity to use expensive steroids, see coconut and other oils as the only available alternative.

Opinion of physicians

After the operation, the doctors delivered their verdict. Experts believe that the rupture of muscle tissue on the arm at the elbow of the patient was caused not by coconut oil. Most likely, simultaneously with the introduction of this component, he began taking steroids. Such traumas are rare in young people and are characteristic of older people. But the cysts that spread throughout the arm were most likely caused by injections of coconut oil.

Bodybuilders quickly realize that the necessary result can not be achieved without muscle growth stimulators. In an effort to look no worse than professionals, they "pump" their body not only with iron, but also with all known additives at the same time. So it happened in the case of our hero. He admitted that, in addition to injections of coconut oil, he took insulin (which was not prescribed by the doctor), vitamin B12, proteins and steroids.

Conclusion

According to experts, long-term use of such practices leads to all sorts of negative health consequences. In addition to the threat of cystosis, with the intramuscular introduction of coconut oil, there is a possibility that the needle will enter the blood vessel, followed by the formation of thrombi. It also compromises athletic ability and achievement in general.