Should I Seek Medical Attention After a Shock?
To provide some background: I’m 22 years old, standing at 5’1, and weigh around 105-110 lbs. I use a vape, take Wellbutrin 150mg, and have previously experienced heart palpitations, although tests such as an EKG and echocardiogram showed nothing alarming. It appears these issues stem from stress and an eating disorder. There's a history of heart conditions in my family—my aunt has Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and my mom has a bicuspid aortic valve—but I've never been diagnosed with anything similar. Being somewhat of a hypochondriac, I suspect I already know the answer to my concerns, yet I seek reassurance. Recently, while I was typing on my laptop, a nearby lightning strike caused a power outage. I felt a jolt in one finger for just a brief moment. This incident accelerated my heart rate, and I experienced slight shortness of breath and tremors; however, I attribute this mainly to the sheer fright of the event. I understand that electrocution can affect heart rhythms, but I’m unsure how to check for potential issues. My heartbeat seems normal, yet my mind tends to dwell on worries. My finger has an unusual sensation, but I wonder if this is a result of my heightened anxiety rather than the shock itself. There’s no visible injury such as burns or redness. Ultimately, I’m seeking advice to put my mind at ease or to determine if my situation warrants a visit to a medical professional.
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