A pathological fear of ice and cold goes beyond just hating winter. Sometimes it means being afraid of even touching something like an ice cube. What is the term for this phobia?

Cryphobia and Frigophobia are related. As defined by MedicineNet.com, Cryophobia is "an abnormal and persistent fear of cold, including cold weather and cold objects. Sufferers from cryophobia experience anxiety even though they realize their fear is irrational. To avoid cold, they may live in a warm climate, dress more warmly than necessary, stay indoors on cold days, and avoid cold foods and ice cubes."

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