The other people saying the pain will go away in 2 weeks are correct. If it’s really hurting that bad, give yourself a rest.
Source: played on/off for 30 years, keep losing my callouses & getting them back. (Although they come back super fast - it’s just the first time that takes a while.)
I never witnessed or experienced toxicity as people generally think of the term (rude name calling and such), but stalking and other creepy, unwanted behavior? Most definitely. Main reason I no longer play.
Edit to add, overall I agree with all the commenters saying it’s a super friendly and positive community overall. It can just sometimes be too friendly. lol