Does Getting Electric Shock While Pregnant Affect The Fetus?

Posted on Sat, 30 Dec 2017

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Question : Hi doctor I was washing my hands when I felt a current water shock in my hands and now my hands are sore. I am late on my period and suspect I am pregnant could this shock have affected the baby

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Baby is not affected.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Just a small shock is not likely to affect the baby so early. You need to confirm the pregnancy first. Do a urine test using the kit available over the counter at all the pharmacies.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar