IPhone gives me an electric shock when charging

Hey All,
Maybe someone can help me with this. Just recently I noticed my iPhone shocks my ear if I use it while its charging. I think it's been happening for a while but I assumed my ear was catching on the screen guard. However last night I got a really big zap that stung pretty bad so I knew it was iPhone. I think something happens because my usb wall charge adapter no longer works and the mic in my headset died all at the same time that I started noticing the pain in my ear when I use it. I don't use the phone while charging any more but what should I do? My phone is integrated heavily into my business so I can't go a day without having it. Anyone know if something I could do so I'm not without the phone and its not shocking me anymore.
Seems like always my luck with my apple gear. Last time my powerbook wall charger shocked me and caught on fire.
Thanks,
Pete

There may be a short in the wall adapter. If it does not have a green dot on the bottom you have one that was recalled for a similar problem. If you reverse the plug in the wall you won't get the shock. but you should really replace the adapter.
It's also possible that your outlet is miswired. You should have an electrician check it. or get an outlet polarity tester at Radio Shack.

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