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What Was A Scurvy?
Scurvy is a disease that occurs when you have a severe lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in your diet. It causes general weakness,
Scurvy is rare in the United States. It is most frequently seen in older, malnourished adults.
Alternative Names
Vitamin C deficiency; Deficiency - vitamin C; Scorbutus
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
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