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What Is The Cause Of Tingling Back?

My husband was recently shocked with 128 volts of electricity. At the time he felt tingling in his arm and was able to let go. His company had him go to the dr a few days later to get checked out and everything seemed fine. Now he has tingling back in his arm, not all the time but it worries me. Can he have residual effects from this and should he be checked out further?
Tue, 18 Mar 2014
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Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.

The tingling could be due to gradual regeneration of nerve fibers which might have been damaged during the electric shock. This might gradually wean off once the repair is complete, which usually takes a long time in case of a nerve. However, if it persists for a long, then you might have to consult a neurologist to rule out any other pathology. Till then, I would suggest to have a routine blood sugar test done for your husband.

I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.
Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.

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What Is The Cause Of Tingling Back?

Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. The tingling could be due to gradual regeneration of nerve fibers which might have been damaged during the electric shock. This might gradually wean off once the repair is complete, which usually takes a long time in case of a nerve. However, if it persists for a long, then you might have to consult a neurologist to rule out any other pathology. Till then, I would suggest to have a routine blood sugar test done for your husband. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.