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 | | Their neurotoxic venom can result in respiratory paralysis, but in one 1987 study of 39 coral snake-bit victims, there were no deaths. |
 | | Currently, venom from the green mamba, a feared east Africa snake, is being examined for potential in treating neuropathic disorders like Alzheimer's, epilepsy and Parkinson's. |
 | | Toxinology is the study of toxic substances produced by natural organisms, including venoms from snakes, spiders, scorpions, jellyfish, frogs, poisonous plants, mushrooms and certain bacteria. |
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