Question

why is rabies called hydrophobia.explain.

Answer 1

due to in rabies fear about water so, rabies called hydrophobia. hydro mean water and phobia mean fear about something

Answer 2

Answer ✨

Rabies used to be known as hydrophobia because it appears to cause a fear of water. Intense spasms in the throat are triggered when trying to swallow. Even the thought of swallowing water can cause spasms. This is where the fear comes from

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