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La Revue De Medecine Interne
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Scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency disease historically linked to sailors, is reappearing in Western nations. Prevention efforts, like vitamin C-enriched meals for the homeless in Paris, are crucial for at-risk groups.

Area of Science:

  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health
  • Medical History

Context:

  • Scurvy is the clinical manifestation of vitamin C deficiency.
  • Historically associated with maritime exploration, scurvy is now re-emerging in Western countries, including France.
  • Modern scurvy predominantly affects homeless populations in large cities and malnourished individuals in developing nations.

Purpose:

  • To understand the re-emergence of scurvy in developed nations.
  • To highlight the diverse and often misleading clinical presentations of scurvy.
  • To underscore the lethal progression of untreated scurvy and the importance of understanding its pathophysiology.

Summary:

  • Vitamin C deficiency, known as scurvy, presents with varied symptoms and is fatal if untreated.

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  • Despite historical understanding, scurvy is resurging, particularly among vulnerable populations.
  • Research has elucidated the physiopathological mechanisms of scurvy, overcoming previous superstitions.

    • Impact:

    • Scurvy prevention remains critical for populations at risk.
    • Targeted interventions, such as distributing vitamin C-enriched meals to the homeless, are being implemented.
    • Increased awareness and continued research are vital to combat the re-emergence of this deficiency disease.