In the context of toxicology, the term "gale" does not refer to a toxic substance but is often associated with the condition known as "scabies," a contagious skin infestation caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. The term "gale" is derived from the Latin word for itch, aptly describing the primary symptom of this infestation. Understanding "gale" from a toxicological perspective involves examining potential treatments and the toxicity of therapeutic agents used in managing scabies.
