tomophobia
Tomophobia is the fear of surgical operations, including the idea of undergoing surgery or being in an operating room.
Fear of surgical operations
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Surgical instruments
Operating rooms
Needles
Anesthesia
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from healthcare professionals
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic surgical experience
- • Family history of tomophobia
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of surgery has existed throughout history, often associated with the fear of pain, complications, or loss of control.
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