What is another word for acarophobia?
Pronunciation: [ɐkˌaɹəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Acarophobia is a condition where someone has an irrational fear of small bugs or mites. There are a number of synonyms to describe this condition, including entomophobia, arachnophobia, or insectophobia. Another synonym for acarophobia is delusional parasitosis, which is a condition where someone believes they are infested with bugs or parasites despite no evidence to support this belief. Another related condition is pediculophobia, which is a fear of lice or other parasitic insects. Regardless of the specific terminology used, these phobias can have a significant impact on someone's daily life, making it difficult to be in certain environments or engage in normal activities if bugs or mites are present.
