Symptoms commonly exhibited within the first few weeks to months after the electrical incident: Pain in extremities, CRPS. Anxiety, agitation, phobia, irritability, loss of recent memory, depression, insomnia, and fatigue. Cardiac arrhythmias, high blood pressure, chest pain.
It is possible for a diagnosis of zinc deficiency to be delayed or missed, because some symptoms, such as hair loss, loss of appetite, and weight loss, might be overlooked or attributed other conditions, such as stress or depression.
Zinc supplements may be used for other conditions as determined by your health care professional. Lack of zinc may lead to poor night vision and wound-healing, a decrease in sense of taste and smell, a reduced ability to fight infections, and poor development of reproductive organs.