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    GlossaryToxicity

    degree to which a substance can harm living organisms

    Toxicity refers to the degree to which a substance can harm living organisms. It encompasses the adverse effects a chemical or physical agent can have on the body, including symptoms like nausea, organ damage, or even death, depending on the exposure level and duration. For professionals, understanding toxicity is crucial for assessing risk and ensuring safety in environments ranging from pharmaceuticals to environmental health.

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      community 1.5 years on fin only (1mg daily)

      in Progress Pictures  293 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatment with finasteride, which has shown positive results for the user over 1.5 years. Concerns about using minoxidil due to its toxicity to pets, especially cats, are also highlighted.

      community Before Oral Minoxodil vs 3 months (2.5)

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement. They are considering increasing the dosage and exploring alternatives to topical minoxidil/finasteride due to concerns about toxicity to cats.

      community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  680 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.

      community Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering

      in Treatment  62 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.