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How Serious Could Electric Shock Caused Discomfort And Ridges On Palms Be?
I ve just had an electric shock which lasted a few seconds as I was unable to let go of the item that was shocking me through my hand. My hand and arm now feel strange and I also have three raised ridges on the palm of my hand. Should I be worried or is this normal?
Mon, 2 Jun 2014
Hi,
If this was a domestic electrical supply then problems would be rare. However, you should be checked in the ED to be absolutely sure there are no cardiac arrhythmias and to check your hand.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
If this was a domestic electrical supply then problems would be rare. However, you should be checked in the ED to be absolutely sure there are no cardiac arrhythmias and to check your hand.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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