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Scurvy  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An acquired blood vessel disorder caused by severe deficiency of vitamin C (ASCORBIC ACID) in the diet leading to defective collagen formation in small blood vessels. Scurvy is characterized by bleeding in any tissue, weakness, ANEMIA, spongy gums, and a brawny induration of the muscles of the calves and legs.

Entry terms

  • Hypoascorbemia
  • Scorbutus

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-Z8PS8VRK-7

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