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What Causes Headaches And Excessive Sweating After An Electric Shock?

Hello,I got a 1300 volt,200 hz electric shock into/out of my thigh off a 600 kw induction melting furnace,high current around 100 amps.my only physical sign of injury was burn into/out of my thigh.but I get constant headaches,sweat and can t stop sweating after any physical activity,partner says I am very short and easily iritated over small things.my memory is not the same,very forgetful. If placed under any stress with thinking get headache.my doctor has sent me for ct scan approx 6 weeks after event which was ok.my ckp levels were tested 8 weeks after event due to heavy feeling in arms and thighs,were 500 then 278 2 weeks later.I am also not sleeping very well.who should I be seeing to find out what is wrong with me?eg neurologist??I normally work 12 hr days but am now only doing 6 hrs/day,after which i am tired,fatigued.have been having panadol and ibuprofen 3-4 times a day for headaches.but now my doctor is saying I should be fit to return to work,but I know I m not!what can I do/who can I be referee to to find out what is actually going on eg.mentally is there any tests that can be done for cognitive function?
Thu, 6 Dec 2018
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Hello,

It is quite common after an electroshock.

Nothing much to worry and the symptoms will settle by itself.

As of now, you can take drugs like Tramadol for symptomatic relief.

If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Headaches And Excessive Sweating After An Electric Shock?

Hello, It is quite common after an electroshock. Nothing much to worry and the symptoms will settle by itself. As of now, you can take drugs like Tramadol for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician