Anti-Doping Knowledge for Otolaryngologists

Abstract

　Doping is banned throughout the world, as opposed to the spirit of fair play. It is also a problem that is attracting worldwide attention, as it leads to loss of social credibility of the athletes themselves, but also harms the overall value of sports.

　Prohibited substances and methods of prohibition are specified in the World Anti-Doping Code, and are updated once a year, but they are diverse. It is very difficult for a person who does not have expertise in medicine to determine whether a particular drug is included in the anti-doping code. Also, it is a problem that the contents of the anti-doping code are not well known to many doctors.

　Cold medicines, drugs for pollinosis, and herbal medicines for therapeutic purposes, sometimes contain banned substances. It is necessary to recognize the fact that there is no punishment for the doctor who prescribes prohibited substances, but the doctor should be fully aware of the importance of the athlete's life.