As with the eels that the snakes prey on, the paralysis of any muscles involved in breathing or swallowing may be fatal. In the case of serious bites, sea snake antivenom can be administered.

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Snake venom is a neurotoxin that can stop the victim's breathing and heartbeat. Those who saw the incident said that, after being bitten, the man staggered about "as if drunk" and then collapsed.