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Scurvy occurring in a teenager
1Department of Dermatology, Belfast City Hospital, Northern Ireland.
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency, is rare but can occur with poor diets. This case highlights a teen
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Dermatology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) is uncommon in developed nations.
- Inadequate dietary intake is a primary risk factor.
- Manifestations can include dermatological symptoms.