Cytotoxic Snake Venom
Snake venom can lead to systemic damage through myotoxicity, primarily affecting skeletal muscle cells and potentially causing kidney failure via rhabdomyolysis. The complexity of venom composition is highlighted by various proteins and enzymes, such as phospholipases and metalloproteases, each contributing to tissue damage through multiple mechanisms. The discussion also touches on the visible effects of snake bites, including the concerning symptom of oozing blood from the wound.In this clip
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Ep 97 Snake Venom: Collateral Damage
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