Dermophobe

/ˈdɜrmoʊfoʊb/ noun

Definition

A person who has an extreme or irrational fear of skin diseases or of touching skin.

Etymology

From Greek 'derma' (skin) + 'phobos' (fear). Constructed in modern medical psychology to describe a specific phobia related to dermatological concerns.

Kelly Says

Ironically, the fear of skin diseases can actually cause stress-related skin problems, creating a vicious cycle where anxiety about skin makes skin worse!

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