Disease is something we all try to avoid and we will work to prevent illness before it starts when vaccines are available. One disease that can elicit fear in an individual is tetanus. This disease is sometimes known as lockjaw and its diagnosable name is Tetanophobia.

In the life of every human there will be times when we will face short-term or even long-term illnesses that can be passed on to others. The idea of being contagious can allow a fear to develop that places incredible pressure on the one who fears. This condition is known as Tapinophobia.

Sexually transmitted diseases can be troubling and even life threatening, yet for many the role of intimacy with partners can place them at risk for the STDs. Those who fear the specific sexually transmitted disease syphilis are said to suffer from Syphilophobia.

Diabetes is a disease that afflicts so many, and it symptoms tend to change a person’s diet and lifestyle in a pronounced way. For those who fear this disease, the idea of being diagnosed with diabetes is terrifying.

The fear of skin diseases and lesions is known as Dermatophobia. Many nasty conditions can afflict the skin, the body’s largest organ…when fears of contracting a skin condition affect daily life, this phobia can develop.

There are some who brave unsanitary conditions to visit other countries to help in the midst of poverty and squalor. Others may be willing to send money to help, but their fear of dirt or debris makes it almost impossible to help personally. Those who suffer from this fear are said to have Rupophobia.

You go to the doctor or dentist and they place a lead-lined apron over you. They leave the room to take the x-ray. They say it’s safe, but if so, why do they leave the room? If you have a substantial fear of x-rays your not alone. Those who struggle with this fear are said to have Radiophobia.

When you have a fever it is generally a sign that you will have some down time. Some don’t mind a legitimate excuse to stay home and rest, but others have a genuine fear of fevers. That fear is known as Pyrexiophobia.

One look at limbs shriveled and twisted by Poliomyelitis (Polio) can cause an apprehension especially when you consider that this viral disease is spread from one individual to another. Apprehension is one thing -  full blown fear is known as Poliosophobia.

The fear of constipation is unusual, but not uncommon. When someone develops this disorder, it is known as Coprastasophobia.