Kathy Jager needs a TUE for competitions

Kathy Jager, a well-known sportsperson, tested positive for anabolic steroids at the 2011 USA National Masters Outdoor Track And Field Championships in Berea. That’s why this woman was banned from participation in competitions. She can’t compete till the age of 70. This decision was made by the United States Anti-Doping Agency.
This well-known sportwoman applied steroids because these medicines were recommended by the healthcare provider to improve her hormone balance. According to the rules of World Anti-Doping Agency, sportsmen can apply steroids for medical needs and take part in competitions, if they receive a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE). But Kathy Jager didn’t receive a TUE which could give her the authorization to apply steroids without being forbidden from competitions.
It is necessary to mention that this athlete in the sport of track and field doesn’t treat administration of anabolic steroids seriously.
This athlete tested positive for methyltestosterone at the 1999 World Association of Veteran Athletes World Championships in Gateshead (Great Britain) after she had broken world records in running of 100 meters. That competition was between sportspersons that were from the age of 55 till 59. It was the first time she was banned for application of steroids. Now it was her second time.
As it is known, this famous sportswoman took EstraTest HS which contained esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone in a tablet.
Kathy Jager pointed out that she had applied EstraTest for medical purposes. But the World Masters Association didn’t believe and refused to allow her to compete.
Kathy Jager’s case led to a lot of debates. Some people condemned her for intake of steroids, others defended her.
When this woman was banned the first time, she used steroids in order to escape from menopausal troubles. The drugs were recommended by her physician. Later she ceased taking prescribed medicines and began to administrate herbal preparations.
So, this woman must not participate in competitions till the age of 70 years old. If she had had a TUE, she could compete. But nobody is sure whether the WADA will give her a TUE or not.