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What is the name for having a fear of dirty water? i am from pakistan originally.
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Improvising: Mysophobia is fear of dirt, contamination, germs; so perhaps a modification of the term to hydro/aquamysophobia would be appropriate to your situation. Washing with soap & water will remove the majority of germs. Drinking water from reliable sources or using commercially available water purifiers may help allay your concerns.
Answered 5/26/2012
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