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What are the negative effects of using EPO?

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According to the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), the misuse of Erythropoietin (EPO) can thicken the blood, leading to an increased risk of deadly diseases such as heart attack and stroke. The negative effects of using EPO, both in unmonitored abuse and improperly managed clinical settings, can be profound and life-threatening.