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How come i have such a uncomfortable physical reaction to seeing blood?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hemophobia ?: Your physiologic reaction could be due to a phobia (hemophobia). If this is problematic for you consider seeing a therapist for cognitive behavioral therapy or other forms of tx.

Answered 5/14/2013

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