What is another word for phthiriophobia?
Pronunciation: [fθˌɪɹɪəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Phthiriophobia is a relatively uncommon fear of lice or lice infestations. Alternative synonyms for this phobia include pediculophobia, which specifically refers to a fear of head lice, and entomophobia, which is a fear of insects in general. Other closely related phobias include acarophobia, which is a fear of mites, and delusional parasitosis, which is a psychological condition that involves a person believing they have a parasitic infestation despite no evidence to support it. Regardless of the specific phobia, the fear of tiny pests and parasites can be overwhelming for those who experience it and may require treatment to alleviate its symptoms.
