amycho-, amych-

(Greek: scratch, itch)

amychomania

An abnormal, or uncontrollable, urge to scratch.

amychophobia

1. A morbid fear of being lacerated, scratched, or clawed.
2. An excessive fear of being scratched particularly by cats, dogs, puppies, and kittens.

For those who have severe allergic reactions to animal scratches, animal hair, or fleas, the fear is justified.

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