Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. This vitamin is essential for the synthesis of collagen, which is important for the health of skin, blood vessels, and connective tissues. Symptoms of scurvy include fatigue, weakness, swollen gums, and joint pain. Ensuring adequate intake of vitamin C through fruits and vegetables can prevent this condition.
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Scurvy can be the result of a lack of vitamin D
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Pellagra, Rickets, Scurvy, Beriberi and Beri-Beri
Scurvy is the name for a vitamin defficency disease- the vitamin missing is Vitamin C. Sailors in the British Navy were given lime juice, which has a high vitamin C content, and did not get scurvy. Which is how the British got the nickname "limies".
Dietary defficency, which can bring about ailments such as scurvy or beri-beri.
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Vitamin C is more usually regarded as a nutrient than as a medication, however, it can be prescribed as a medication to treat scurvy.
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Scurvy can affect individuals of any age, but it is most commonly seen in older adults, individuals with poor diets lacking in vitamin C, or those with certain medical conditions that affect nutrient absorption.
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Vitamin C! They Got Scurvy If They had A Lack Of Vitamin C. That is why the British sailor's were called limeys, because they would eat lots of limes to prevent scurvy.