scurvy
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What is scurvy?
Scurvy is a condition characterized by general weakness, anemia, gum disease (gingivitis), and skin hemorrhages resulting from a lack of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in the diet. Scurvy is now most frequently seen in older, malnourished adults, and is rare in the United States.
Alternative Names:
Vitamin C deficiency; Deficiency - vitamin C; Scorbutus
Posts on scurvy (65)
My mom had a horrible rash, itching drove her crazy, skin streaked bloody red when she scra...
- May 20, 2008
there is a buz on the net about alkalinity, and i wanted to know
if anyone had experience ...
- Dec 17, 2010
why do we need vitamin c
- Sep 11, 2008
i had a blood test with low alk phosphate. what does this mean
This discussion is related...
- Nov 23, 2011
I have Most of the signs of needing more Vitamin C
Slow healing of cuts , frequent colds...
- Jul 16, 2008
I have noticed in many patients and peoples that despite good oral hygiene with regular bru...
- Sep 14, 2008
In the morning when I wake up and spit there is blood in my saliva and the saliva is very d...
Dear Sir,
I just worry about that my tooth was blooding every time I brushing it. Is it...
I am almost 39 years of age. I have suffered from migraines for the past 10 + years. Recent...
- Oct 03, 2011
hello, i noticed 2 identical thin lines in both my thumb nails just a few days ago which i ...
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