What is syphilophobia?

Syphilophobia, also known as syphilidophobia or luecophobia, is a specific phobia characterized by an intense and irrational fear of contracting syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Individuals with syphilophobia may experience excessive anxiety, avoidance, and distress related to anything associated with syphilis, such as sexual contact, physical intimacy, or exposure to infected individuals.