LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

BIOCHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the fear of water known as?
A
hydrophobic
B
claustrophobic
C
hydrophilic
D
hydrogen bond
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Aquaphobia is a fear of water. People with aquaphobia have severe fear when they see or think about water. They may be afraid of baths or showers, drinking water, large bodies of water or swimming pools. Aquaphobia treatments include exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy and medications.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two forms of rabies: Furious rabies results in hyperactivity, excitable behaviour, hallucinations, lack of coordination, hydrophobia (fear of water) and aerophobia (fear of drafts or of fresh air).

Detailed explanation-3: -Who causes hydrophobia? Hydrophobia is triggered during the advanced stages of furious rabies. It occurs after rabies spreads from the initial wound to the central nervous system and brain. The rabies virus is most commonly spread by a bite or scratch from an infected animal.

Detailed explanation-4: -Aquaphobia, a psychological fear of water.

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