Mysophobia, or the fear of germs, refers to an unhealthy fear of contamination.

Usually it is normal and prudent to be concerned about issues such as cross-contamination of foods, exposure to the bodily fluids of others and maintaining good hygiene. But people suffering from mysophobia are obsessed with their hygiene. Their thoughts about bacteria follow them elsewhere, and even normal situations seem dangerous to them. Such a disease as mysophobia can be treated just as any other unusual fear. The reasons may be different, but usually such a fear is a result of some unpleasant experience, influence or psychological problems.

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