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Scurvy resembling cutaneous vasculitis

H M Adelman1, P M Wallach, F Gutierrez

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, University of South Florida Health Sciences Center, Tampa.

Cutis
|August 1, 1994
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Scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency, can mimic cutaneous vasculitis, presenting with rash and malaise. Early dietary history and vitamin C treatment are crucial for diagnosis and avoiding unnecessary vasculitis therapies.

Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Dermatology
  • Nutrition Science

Background:

  • Cutaneous vasculitis presents with diverse etiologies.
  • Scurvy is an underrecognized cause of dermatologic manifestations that can mimic vasculitis.

Observation:

  • Three patients presented with symptoms suggestive of vasculitis, including purpuric rash, myalgias, and malaise.
  • These patients were found to have low vitamin C levels and skin biopsy findings consistent with scurvy.
  • The patients reported restrictive diets deficient in vitamin C.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis of scurvy was confirmed through clinical presentation, laboratory tests (low vitamin C), and skin biopsy.
  • Two patients experienced clinical improvement after receiving vitamin C therapy.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of thorough dietary history in rheumatology and dermatology consultations.
  • Emphasizes scurvy as a treatable mimic of vasculitis, preventing potentially toxic treatments.
  • Suggests increased awareness of nutritional deficiencies in differential diagnoses for inflammatory conditions.