Fear of needles (medically known as Belomophobia) is a term used to describe a large fear (phobia) of medical procedures involving needles. In medical litererature it is usually called needle phobia. Other terms used include aichmephobia and belanophobia, but these can also refer to a more general fear of sharply pointed objects. The condition was recognised as a phobia in 1994.It is estimated that at least 10% of American adults have a fear of needles, and it is likely that the actual number is larger, as the most severe cases are never documented due to the tendency of the sufferer to avoid all medical treatment.
Fear of needles
See also
- Blood phobia
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the medical term for fear of needles?
A: The medical term for fear of needles is Belomophobia.
Q: What are some other terms used to describe fear of needles?
A: Other terms used to describe fear of needles include aichmephobia and belanophobia.
Q: Can belanophobia also refer to a fear of sharply pointed objects in general?
A: Yes, belanophobia can also refer to a more general fear of sharply pointed objects.
Q: When was fear of needles recognized as a phobia?
A: Fear of needles was recognized as a phobia in 1994.
Q: What percentage of American adults have a fear of needles?
A: It is estimated that at least 10% of American adults have a fear of needles.
Q: Is it possible that the actual number of people with fear of needles is larger than 10%?
A: Yes, it is likely that the actual number of people with fear of needles is larger than 10%, as the most severe cases are never documented due to the tendency of the sufferers to avoid all medical treatment.
Q: What is the fear of needles called in medical literature?
A: In medical literature, fear of needles is usually called needle phobia.