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Could a stun gun shock leave a circular burn on me?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I felt a shock in bed and then a deep penetrating burn. My local doctor said they were a burn, but I need expert advice also.

Is this something you can assist me with? I am attaching my pictures also.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Sugandh Garg

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed the images (attachments removed to protect patient identity).

I will be able to help you to the best of my ability.

Based on the pictures provided, it appears unlikely to be a burn mark. When did this incident occur?

Please share more details.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

This happened in the evening. I put perfume on my neck and was in bed on my side, but had not fallen asleep yet. It felt like an intense shock, then immediately like a burn that penetrated layers of skin. I believe it was a stun gun that ignited a spark because of the perfume present on my skin. It was very painful.

I have included a photo that shows the circular burn pattern. In addition, it also shows the line where the stun is across the middle of the burn. This is a characteristic burn pattern of a stun gun. I did not have any electric or electronic items in bed with me.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Sugandh Garg

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have a few more questions.

1. What was the type of perfume?

2. Have you been using it frequently or for first-time use?

3. Did you get the perfume laboratory test after the series of episodes listed above?

Kindly update us with the answers.

Thanks and regards.

Answered byDr. Sugandh Garg

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At June 24, 2023
Reviewed AtJuly 30, 2025

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