What is scurvy

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Scurvy - a serious deficiency of vitamin C and leads to the formation of livid spots on the skin, spongy gums and bleeding.

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Scurvy is a disease resulting from a deficiency of Vitamin C. Thanks for using ChaCha and have a great day! ChaCha again!

Mar 26 2009, 04:13pm | Source: What is Scurvy? - Introduction - Definition | www.home-remedies.info

Scurvy is a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, bleeding into the skin

Mar 10 2009, 03:20am | Source: scurvy - Definition from the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary | www.merriam-webster.com

Scurvy is a disorder caused by a lack of Vitamin C. It can cause bleeding gums, loose teeth, and hemorrhaging. ChaCha on!

Mar 10 2009, 03:10am

Scurvy is a condition caused by a lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in the diet. Signs of scurvy include tiredness, muscle, MORE?

Mar 06 2009, 03:15pm