I keep getting electric shocks from my macbook pro?

I bought it in 2011, and for the last year or so it has been giving me electric shocks when charging. I can feel it on my wrists when im typing, and any contact with the lower part of the mac. It can be quite painful and I've stopped using it whilst its charging. It doesn't matter what plug I'm using or what address, I still get it.
It is out of warranty, but I am really not happy that it's doing this. Shall I take it into apple and speak to them about it?

jennafromlondon wrote:
It is out of warranty, but I am really not happy that it's doing this. Shall I take it into apple and speak to them about it?
You certainly can and if it is a genius bar at an Apple store, the diagnosis will be free.  Do not discount the possibility that the electrical system you are connecting to may be the problem.
Ciao.

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