Suggest treatment for numbness in hands caused by an electric shock
Patient: I was shocked by a 220volt AC outlet three days ago and the numbness in my arm has been getting progressively worse. It is now difficult to lift my left arm. I am in a foreign country and would like to avoid treatment if possible but is this likely to be serious? I m concerned about blood clots. Doctor: Hi , I have gone through your question and understand your concerns, Its likely that you had an nerve injury (electric shocks mostly damage muscles and nerves) , If there is no swelling of arm or if there is no bluish/blackish discoloration of arm than you need not to worry , numbness will settle down. If any of above described features appear than you really need to visit your physician to look for any obstruction/damage in your veins/arteries. You can take paracetamol for pain and duloxetine for neuropathic pains and numbness if it is not settling with paracetamol.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate to ask. I will be happy to answer your questions. BesafeWishing you good health.