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alpine scurvy

/ˈælpaɪn ˈskɜːrvi/

翻译: 坏血病的旧称,指在高山或山区因缺乏新鲜水果蔬菜、维生素C摄入不足而发生的严重坏血病。现代医学已不再使用该术语。

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/ˈælpaɪn ˈskɜːrvi/formalmedical已废弃
  • zh坏血病的旧称,指在高山或山区因缺乏新鲜水果蔬菜、维生素C摄入不足而发生的严重坏血病。现代医学已不再使用该术语。

An archaic term for a severe form of scurvy that was historically observed in high-altitude or mountainous regions, characterized by vitamin C deficiency due to limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The term is no longer used in modern medical contexts.

  1. Historical term for pellagraC2formal

    An outdated term for pellagra, a disease caused by niacin (vitamin B3) deficiency, historically observed in populations with a corn-based diet.

    zh糙皮病的历史术语

    • In the 19th century, alpine scurvy was often misdiagnosed as a form of scurvy.
    • The symptoms of alpine scurvy include dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia.
    • Doctors in the Alps documented cases of alpine scurvy among poor farmers.