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Does Temporary Hand Numbness Caused By An Electric Shock Need Medical Attention?
i got an electric shock today from a plug i accidentally touched the pins as i was removing the plug i had temporary numbness in my hand, i feel fine and the numbness passed in 10 mins is there anything i should be worrying about do i need to see a doctor?
Mon, 11 Aug 2014
Hi,
If you now feel normal and you have no numbness then you do not need to worry. There is no need to see a doctor. There will be no lasting effects from the accident.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
If you now feel normal and you have no numbness then you do not need to worry. There is no need to see a doctor. There will be no lasting effects from the accident.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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