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Scurvy corkscrew hairs
Scurvy, corkscrew hair
Scurvy, periungual hemorrhage
 
Overview   

Scurvy

Alternative names:

deficiency - vitamin C; scorbutus; vitamin C deficiency

Definition:

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 in older, malnurished adults.


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