I posted this in r/relationship_advice, but I feel like you guys would have something to say too.

I (F18) was diagnosed with Trypophobia. My boyfriend (M18), although I have common sense and know he’s not doing it on purpose, is a trypophobic trigger to me and I’ve started to develop resentment towards him. We’ve been together 5 months. I love him a lot, but I’m not sure what to do.<br><br>Update: thank you guys for all your comments. I’ve taken a lot of your advice and I sat down and talked to him. I thought he would be defensive about it, but I opened up my heart to him and he told me he was willing to work with me. And although I’m not yet fully comfortable around him, he’s done a lot to make me feel better, and I couldn’t be more thankful. I appreciate everyone’s help. This is a tough time for me, and I can’t thank you guys enough for your help. Although I don’t know if things will ultimately work out, we’re trying together. And I’m really hoping for the best. Once again, thank you so much. <br><br>Now for the original post:<br><br>I was recently diagnosed with trypophobia. I know it’s not officially a phobia, but in essence, trypophobia is an intense fear. I’ve just learned to call it a disorder because that’s what my doctor calls it. <br><br>I am absolutely terrified of trypophobic objects. I can barely look at them, and my heart is pounding while I do. If you don’t know what it is, I’d suggest looking it up on google. <br><br>Recently my doctor diagnosed me. After I found out I told my boyfriend about it and he was really supportive. He even said he wouldn’t mind taking down anything I found offensive. And although he did say that, he’s not done anything to make me more comfortable. <br><br>I’ve realized that he’s a trigger for me. His eyes, teeth, and jawline are trypophobic to me. I’m not saying he’s ugly or that I don’t love him, I’m just saying that he heavily triggers me because of trypophobia. And I want to point out that I’m not blaming him for this, as Trypophobia started way before him. <br><br>I would feel terrible if I broke up with him because of it, but I don’t know if I can tolerate seeing him every day. I love him so much. But I feel like he’s not fully taking this seriously when it’s the reason my heart beats so fast every time I see him. And I know he’s not doing it on purpose, but I’m genuinely terrified of him. <br><br>So I’m not sure what to do.