Do yo suffer from fear of Needles? How do you overcome fear of Needles? / myLot

India

January 17, 2011 9:09am CST

Most people have some fear of needles, but having some fear is normal. But if that fear is extreme it is can be called as phobia. In case of needles it is called, Trypnophobia or Aichmophobia. Even a sight of needle causes panic and fear, person get tensed and anxious. Why people have so much fear of needles? Do they think that a little sting can end their life? Do you just go for it? Do you have fear of Needles? If yes, how you manage it? You know it is coming; the scheduled day when you have to get a shot, and you starts getting anxious. How you control your fear? What are ways to overcome the fear of needles? What are the tricks which works for you?

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narendra2n

@narendra2n (445)

• India

18 Jan 11

Hi Nishant, Oh yes, I don't like needles. Few years back I was so afraid of injections that I used to see them in my dreams. Now I do not fear that much, but still wish I do not get ill. I exercise daily to remain fit and keep doctor and his needle away from me.

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nishant5n

@nishant5n (1067)

• India

19 Jan 11

Hi Narendra, Really, I did know about this. So, how you manage to keep the fear of needles away? What are your ideas about this? Don't you won't get ill. I wish you good health and no needles in future! Stay healthy buddy.

sender621

@sender621 (14889)

• United States

17 Jan 11

When i was a child, i was so afraid of needles. getting a shot from the doctor was the ultimate punished. As I grew older, I still didn't like needles but i learened to overcome the fear by not watching the needle go in. that seemed to help and needles don't bother me so much anymore.

@nishant5n (1067)

• India

18 Jan 11

I too had fear of needles in my childhood. I used to hide my illness due to the fear of needles. You are right, watching the needles increases the pain and anxiety related to it, and avoiding watching can prevent all problems. Have a great day!