Hematophobia is a phobia that refers to an intense and irrational fear of blood or anything associated with it. The fear of blood can be overwhelming and cause panic attacks, leading people to avoid situations where blood might be present, including medical procedures. There are different synonyms for hematophobia, including blood phobia, hemophobia, sanguinophobia, and haemaphobia. Hemophobia and sanguinophobia come from Greek and Latin roots, respectively, while haemaphobia is the more modern version of the word. For those struggling with hematophobia, seeking help from a mental health professional, such as a therapist or psychologist, can be beneficial to manage and overcome this fear.