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Today at the store i went to reach for toothpaste on a shelf and got a shock that was big enough that it hurt my finger. are these kinds of shocks dangerous?
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Nope: it's just "static" electricity ..generally due to dry conditions ..(or rubbing your feet on a thick rug! Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 8/30/2017
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