research Sjögren's Syndrome in Scurvy
Scurvy may cause symptoms similar to Sjögren's syndrome, which disappear with vitamin C.
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5 / 128 resultsresearch Scurvy Masquerading as Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Scurvy, caused by lack of vitamin C, can be mistaken for other conditions but improves with vitamin C supplements.
research Scurvy Presenting With Cutaneous and Articular Signs and Decrease in Red and White Blood Cells
Vitamin C is essential to prevent scurvy and its symptoms.
research Perifollicular Hemorrhage With Corkscrew Hair Due to Scurvy
Scurvy can cause skin issues and is treatable with vitamin C.
research Non-Dietary Scurvy With Relapse Symptoms After Stopping Oral Vitamin C Supplementation
A 3-year-old girl developed scurvy symptoms that improved with vitamin C but relapsed when supplementation stopped.
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