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Bristleworm poisoning: Bristleworms are a type of marine worm covered in bristles which they can use to sting. The bristles are strong enough to break human skin and cause symptoms. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Bristleworm poisoning is available below.
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Prognosis for Bristleworm poisoning: The severity of the pain is variable and tends to resolve in a couple of days but other symptoms can persist for weeks.
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