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Electrical Shock

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An electric shock can occur upon contact of a human body with any source of voltage high enough to cause sufficient current through the muscles or hair.

The minimum current a human can feel is thought to be about 1 milliampere (msA).
The current may cause tissue damage or fibrillation if it is sufficiently high.
Death caused by an electric shock is referred to as electrocution. Generally, currents approaching 100 mA are lethal if they pass through sensitive portions of the body.

An electrical shock is received when electrical current passes through the body.

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Shock

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Shock is a life-threatening medical condition whereby the body suffers from insufficient blood flow throughout the body. Shock often accompanies severe injury or illness.

Medical shock is a medical emergency and can lead to other conditions such as lack of oxygen in the body’s tissues & organ damage. It requires immediate treatment as symptoms can worsen rapidly.

Causes of Shock

Heart conditions (heart attack, heart failure)
Heavy internal or external bleeding, such as from a serious injury
Dehydration
Infection
Severe allergic reaction
Spinal injuries
Burns
Persistent vomiting or diarrhea

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Migraine

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A migraine is a very painful type of headache. People who get migraines often describe the pain as pulsing or throbbing in one area of the head.

Migraine Triggers

Some people find that their migraines are triggered by something. Triggers might include:

Certain foods: such as chocolate, cheese, red wine, citrus fruits, coffee, tea.
Sleep: Too much or too little
Changes in hormone balance in women: such as periods, the pill, menopause.
Stress or relaxation after a period of stress.
Irregular meals.
Smoking.
Flashing lights.
Environmental: Noise, glare, weather – changes, and exposure to sun

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