kypselidaphobia
Kypselidaphobia is the fear of earwax, which can cause distress and anxiety in individuals who experience this phobia.
Fear of earwax
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
5/10
common triggers
Seeing or touching earwax
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous negative experiences with earwax
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Not well-documented in historical context
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