16 citations
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December 1996 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a 23-year-old man with scurvy, characterized by perifollicular hemorrhages, gum disease, and other symptoms due to a diet low in fresh fruits and vegetables.
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April 2015 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” This case report describes a 22-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus who developed scurvy due to low serum ascorbic acid, despite a diet of white meat and processed foods.
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August 2005 in “Clinical Infectious Diseases” This case report highlights that treating a patient with high doses of ascorbic acid quickly resolved scurvy-associated leg edema and purpura, illustrating the deficiency's impact in developed countries.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This case report reveals a diagnosis of scurvy in a 19-year-old woman, emphasizing the importance of considering vitamin C deficiency in patients with dietary restrictions presenting with specific skin and gum symptoms.
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October 2015 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” This case study illustrates the classic dermatological signs of scurvy in a man with unusual dietary habits, showcasing the importance of recognizing and treating vitamin C deficiency in marginalized populations.