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This negative change in endocrine function in males can lead to: | This negative change in endocrine function in males can lead to: | ||
* | *Reduced libido | ||
* | *Erectile dysfunction | ||
* | *Fatigue | ||
* | *Depression | ||
* | *Reduced facial and body hair | ||
* | *Decreased muscle mass | ||
* | *Weight gain | ||
It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible drug use|harm reduction practices]] when using this class of substances. | It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible drug use|harm reduction practices]] when using this class of substances. | ||
===Tolerance and addiction potential=== | ===Tolerance and addiction potential=== | ||
Due to the highly euphoric nature of these substances, the recreational use and abuse of opioids has an extremely high rate of addiction and dependence. This is combined with a tolerance which builds up quickly, necessitates that the user take increasingly high dosages in order to get the same effects. | Due to the highly euphoric nature of these substances, the recreational use and abuse of opioids has an extremely high rate of addiction and dependence. This is combined with a tolerance which builds up quickly, necessitates that the user take increasingly high dosages in order to get the same effects. | ||