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How can i cope with the blood and needle fear?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Phobias: Hemophobia = fear of blood & Trypanophobia + fear of needles. Consider Cognitive Behavior, psychotherapy, Exposure therapy or hypnosis to deal with your fears.

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Answered 6/25/2014

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