achromia
/eɪˈkroʊmiə/
noun
- A lack of normal skin color; paleness or whiteness of the skin.
- Achromia can sometimes be caused by a lack of melanin in the skin.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient's achromia as a symptom of a rare condition.
- The child's achromia made his skin appear very pale compared to his parents.
- A condition in which hair loses its natural color, turning white or gray.
- The old dog's achromia gave his fur a distinguished silver look.
- Achromia in hair is a natural part of aging for many people.
- Premature achromia of the hair can be linked to stress or genetics.
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