scorbutus

• Медицинское состояние, возникающее из-за дефицита аскорбиновой кислоты, также известной как витамин C.

A medical condition resulting from a deficiency of ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C.

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1. Vitamin C deficiency diseaseC2formalmedical

   A disease resulting from a lack of vitamin C in the diet, characterized by weakness, anemia, gum disease, and poor wound healing.

   Цинга

   • Historically, sailors often suffered from scorbutus on long voyages without fresh fruit.
   • The doctor diagnosed the patient with scorbutus due to their extremely poor diet.
   • Treatment for scorbutus involves a high intake of vitamin C supplements and citrus fruits.

   Synonymsscurvy