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Quit meth. Diagnosed HIV. Mental health issue. Electric shocks through out body. Can they be fatal?
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I recently had a brief relapse on meth after being clean almost a year due to some major life changes and stress . I am now back on the road to recovery. I was diagnosed one year ago with HIV and I am on Stribild, and since I have quit using again I am feeling electric type shocks that go thru my body. Its more frequent at night. I do have mental health issues that I currently take meds for PTSD military related, and some other issues that I am working thru. What could these shock like feelings come from, and can they be fatal?
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. There acould be a few possibilities for the electric shock-like sensations which you are experiencing: 1) Anxiety-related: anxiety can manifest with a variety of physical symptoms and such strange sensations are fairly commonly reported. 2) Due to the withdrawal effects of meth. 3) Due to some other medical problem - like a peripheral neuropathy. These sensations are not fatal, but it would be a good idea to see a doctor to have an evaluation, to find out the likely cause. Since you say that you also have other stress related issues and possibly underlying anxiety, I would also suggest that you try relaxation exercises like deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, yoga, etc. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist