What should I do if my finger gets an electric shock?

Nov 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

After washing my hands, I accidentally touched an electrical socket and got a shock in my finger. What should I do if my finger gets shocked?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
Finger received an electric shock treated with medication. After a finger experiences an electric shock, occasional contact with electronic devices may cause another shock; generally, there are no obvious clinical symptoms, and usually no serious problems occur—self-monitoring of symptoms is recommended. Some patients may develop electrical burns following the shock, which are treated symptomatically. Currently, there are no specific drugs to prevent infection. Medications that improve blood supply and provide nutritional support to the heart can be used to maintain the heart's internal environment.