Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Scurvy, the clinical manifestation of vitamin C deficiency, exhibits the characteristic cutaneous findings of perifollicular petechiae, corkscrew hairs, gingivitis, swollen gums, and easy bruising. Syncope is a less reported presenting symptom. Although considered a rare nutritional deficiency not commonly seen in the developed world, it should remain on the differential for those with a history of malnutrition or malabsorption. We present a challenging and severe case of scurvy in a patient secondary to malnutrition and possible undiagnosed Crohn's disease. Recognizing classic dermatologic sequelae of scurvy-and potentially, less common symptoms such as syncope-can prompt diagnosis and treatment initiation.
Source: Nutrition in Clinical Practice
DOI: 10.1002/ncp.11286
Authors: Stacy Henley, Luke Johnson, John Strickley
Institutions: University of Louisville, West Virginia University
Language: English
Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics
Field: Nursing
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
Funder: University of Louisville
OpenAlex ID: W4409405803