What are entomophobia symptoms?

What are entomophobia symptoms?

Entomophobia symptoms can range from mild to extreme. The most common symptom is extreme anxiety when you think about insects or see them. Other emotional symptoms include:

  • Excessive thinking about how to avoid insects.
  • Fear and avoidance of places where you might see an insect.

People may also experience physical symptoms such as severe itchiness or a crawling sensation on their body. Other symptoms include:

  • Chills.
  • Dizziness and lightheadedness.
  • Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
  • Heart palpitations.
  • Nausea.
  • Shortness of breath (dyspnea).
  • Trembling or shaking.
  • Upset stomach or indigestion (dyspepsia).

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