Relating to or characterized by atrichia; lacking hair or having absent or deficient hair growth.
From atrichia (Greek a- 'without' + thrix 'hair') combined with -ic adjectival suffix. Used in dermatology to describe hairless conditions.
The genetic mutation causing 'atrichic' phenotypes helped doctors understand that hair growth isn't just about cosmetics—it's connected to skin health and temperature regulation.
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