What is another word for cancerophobia?
Pronunciation: [kˌansəɹəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Cancerophobia, also known as the fear of cancer, is a common fear among individuals who have either experienced cancer or have a family history of the disease. Synonyms for cancerophobia include oncophobia, carcinophobia, and neophobia. Oncophobia is derived from the Greek word "onco," meaning tumor or bulk, while carcinophobia is derived from the Greek word "karkinos," meaning crab, which was the term used to describe tumors in ancient times. Neophobia is a general fear of new things, but can also refer specifically to the fear of developing cancer. Although cancerophobia is a legitimate concern, seeking out support and education can help individuals overcome their fear and take proactive steps towards prevention and early detection.
