microcephalic

/ˌmaɪkroʊsəˈfælɪk/
adjective
  1. Having a head that is much smaller than normal, often because of a medical condition that affects brain development.
    • Some infections during pregnancy can cause a child to be born microcephalic.
    • The support group helps families with microcephalic children find resources and information.
    • The doctor explained that the baby was microcephalic and would need special care.
noun
  1. A person who has a very small head due to a medical condition.
    • The clinic provides therapy for microcephalics to help with their development.
    • Researchers studied a group of microcephalics to understand the condition better.
    • The article discussed the challenges faced by microcephalics and their families.
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