Enetophobia refers to the irrational fear of pins and needles. There are several synonyms for this condition, including belonephobia, acuphobia, or spiculophobia. Belonephobia is derived from the Greek word 'belone' which means needle, while acuphobia is reference to acupuncture needles. Spiculophobia is derived from the Latin word 'spicula' which means 'spear', and refers to the sharpness of the needles that causes the fear. People who suffer from enetophobia experience various symptoms such as panic attacks, sweating, and nausea when they are exposed to needles. To avoid this fear, many individuals with this condition may refuse vaccinations, avoid medical procedures, and even faint at the sight of needles.