Scurvy: A Disease not to be Forgotten.

In conclusion, scurvy should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients with petechiae and ecchymosis, especially when food restriction, malabsorption, or psychiatric disorders are present.
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Source: Nutrition in Clinical Practice - December 23, 2020 Category: Nutrition Authors: Montalto M, Porceddu E, Pero E, Lupascu A, Gallo A, De Simone C, Nucera E, Aruanno A, Giarretta I, Pola R, Landolfi R Tags: Nutr Clin Pract Source Type: research