What is another word for proctophobia?

Pronunciation: [pɹˌɒktəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA)

Proctophobia is the fear of rectal examinations or medical procedures involving the rectum. It is a common fear among many individuals and can lead to avoidance of important medical checkups. Synonyms for proctophobia include Rectophobia, which is another term for fear of the rectum, Coprastasophobia, which is fear of constipation and defecation, and Fecalophobia which is a phobia of feces or fear of getting dirty, and Analemmaphobia which is fear of anything related to the rectum or anus. It's important for individuals experiencing these fears to speak with medical professionals to overcome these fears to ensure they receive essential medical care.

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