Olympic ski jumpers injecting acid into penises
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The World Anti-Doping Agency is examining at the Winter Games the suspicions circulated concerning ski jumpers who are alleged to have injected hyaluronic acid into their penis in order to manipulate suit measurements and gain a competitive advantage.
Hyaluronic acid is having a very weird moment given its role in the Olympic ski jumping scandal known as "crotchgate," in which jumpers were accused of injecting it into their penises to give their uniforms a competitive advantage.
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule that attracts and retains moisture. Typically found in the eyes and skin, the compound is also present in the synovial fluid of the joints, where it acts as a shock absorber and lubricant. However, the ...
New Delhi, Sept. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Japan knee hyaluronic acid injections market is projected to hit the market valuation of US$ 260.41 million by 2032 from US$ 160.63 million in 2023 at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period 2024–2032.