NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Scurvy is a disease caused by a serious vitamin C deficiency. Not eating enough fruits and vegetables is the main cause of the disease. Left untreated, scurvy can lead to bleeding gums, loosened teeth and bleeding under your skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -After several months of vitamin C deficiency, a range of symptoms and signs can occur, including anemia, myalgia, bone pain, easy bruising, swelling, petechiae, gum disease, poor wound healing, and depression. Late stages of scurvy are life threatening.

Detailed explanation-3: -Scurvy is a disease caused by a severe deficiency of vitamin C, hence it is also called chronic vitamin C deficiency disorder.