Acomia

/əˈkoʊmiə/ noun

Definition

A medical condition characterized by the absence of hair, whether on the head or elsewhere on the body; alopecia.

Etymology

From Greek 'a-' (without) combined with 'kome' (hair), literally meaning 'without hair,' used in medical terminology.

Kelly Says

Acomia is different from androgenetic alopecia because it describes complete absence of hair growth, while common hair loss still has follicles present—it's a rare but recognized dermatological condition.

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