Question 1

can electric shock cause myositis?

Accepted Answer

Not really: It may however may cause rhabdomyolysis which is a form of muscle necrosis.

Question 2

what could cause electric shock feeling in the head?

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Neuritis: You could have what is commonly called "a pinched nerve" in your neck. I assume that you do not have any other complaints like dizziness, visual problem, tremor or severe headache. It would be wise to make an appointment with a neurologist and let him/her check you out.

Question 3

what can cause electric shock-like sensations on my face?

Accepted Answer

Trigeminal Neuralgia: This affliction can cause great grief for many of its sufferers. The facial nerves run in front of your ear, and when irritated they cause excruciating pain in the side of the face. We don't know all the different ways this nerve can be irritated or stimulated. It has been said that a brush of wind can cause the symptoms. The pain is described as lancinating but brief. Talk to your doctor about treatment options.

Question 4

what could be the cause of electric shock like headache  on one side of my head that lasts for a split second most times but do last for abt 10sec?

Accepted Answer

Many causes, unlikel: There may be many causes for a shock like symptom related to the head and spine, and there is no easy explanation.  If this is a new symptom, a head ct is advised to exclude mass effect.  Symptoms may be radiating from the cervical spine or related to an intracranial lesion or even a chiari malformation.  Follow up with internist and possibly brain MRI in setting of continued symptoms.

Question 5

what causes throbbing, electric shock pain traveling up spine?

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: You will probably need a MRI of lower back. Consult a orthopedist and or a neurologist.

Question 6

in the last couple months i experienced a strange light pain on my left toe, like some sort of electric shock.what could be the cause of it?

Accepted Answer

Nerve problem: You failed to mention which toe. If it is 3rd or 4th toe this is commonly a morton's neuroma, if the great toe one must be cautious as it may be a problem emanating from the lower back. Tight shoes can cause nerve problems to toes as well, and it can also be a sign of a systemic disease like diabetes, so that must be kept in mind as well.

Question 7

hi, i'm just wondering what would cause a reoccuring electric shock type feeling in my stomach that leaves a horrible after pain in my right side where my kidney would roughly be ...?

Accepted Answer

: Without exam it is hard to diagnose. It is best that you see your doc. Hope you feel better

Question 8

i was recently diagnosed with myasthenia gravis. can this disease cause electric shock feelings in my thighs?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Look for other possible  problem to be sure why his happen before you blame on myasthenia.

Question 9

causes for intermittent pain above and right of left knee area electric shock-like pain lasting 10-40 sec. each episode.?

Accepted Answer

Intermittent pain: A thorough neurologic work up should be carried out to ensure that the sensory saphenous nerve is not entrapped. The lower back should be examined as well to rule out any discogenic source of the pain; finally check and make sure that there is no systemic reasons such as diabetes and/or thyroid disease.

Question 10

what could be the cause of the electric shock pain i have in my head and pain i experience down spine when i bend my head backwards?

Accepted Answer

Lhermitt's sign: Also known as the barber chair phenomena can be seen with neck flexion or extension. It is seen in a number of conditions including, MS, Behcets Disease, Chiari Malformation, Vitamin B12 deficiency, cervical trauma, cervical disc disorders, cervical spondylosis. In short any condition that can effect the dorsal columns of the spinal cord. A thorough neurological history, and exam is in order

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