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What Are The Effects Of Electrical Shock On The Body?

Hello, right around 2:30 pm EST (on the 15th), I received an electric shock from work. I noticed a cut in a wire outside while cutting some trees for customers. I seen the smoke come from one end. I went to grab the wire on another section but I did not realize there was another cut on the section I grabbed, and this was all covered in slush, while I myself had my hands drenched from the snow. I believe I hit the 'let go threshold,' of an electric shock. I was able to feel the current go up my right arm. I manage to let go just after 2 seconds of the shock. After about a 20 minute break I was able to work off the rest of my shift. As of now, I am not sure if this due to work or the shock itself, but I do feel a little stiffness in my right hand and forearm where the current originally started. I do not have the same feeling anywhere else. The soreness I feel on my shoulders and a little on my chest and back, but I'm assuming that is from the heavy lifting I was performing before and after the shock. I just wanted to be sure to see exactly where I stand, and that maybe I will be ok just by getting a lot of rest.
Fri, 20 Dec 2013
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Gastroenterologist, Surgical 's  Response
Hi.
complications of electric shock are
1. Cardiac arrhythmia.
2. Muscle breakdown resulting in renal failure
3. Rise in serum potassium levels leading to cardiac toxicity.
4. Bony injuries such as shoulder dislocation or fractures.
5. Damage to the soft tissues at the point of entry and exit.
6. Nerve damage with paralysis.
You need to get yourself investigated to rule out the above.
Regards
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What Are The Effects Of Electrical Shock On The Body?

Hi. complications of electric shock are 1. Cardiac arrhythmia. 2. Muscle breakdown resulting in renal failure 3. Rise in serum potassium levels leading to cardiac toxicity. 4. Bony injuries such as shoulder dislocation or fractures. 5. Damage to the soft tissues at the point of entry and exit. 6. Nerve damage with paralysis. You need to get yourself investigated to rule out the above. Regards