E64: Sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies
E64.2: Sequelae of vitamin C deficiency
Vitamin C is important in forming connective tissue, bones and teeth. You also need vitamin C to protect cells and various substances in the body from damaging effects. You can get vitamin C from various foods such as citrus fruits, potatoes and spinach.
A vitamin C deficiency can develop when you are getting too little vitamin C from your food. It is also possible that, due to some other condition, you are unable to properly absorb vitamin C in your intestines.
A lack of vitamin C can cause various problems such as increased bleeding. There may also be problems in bones and joints. If the vitamin C deficiency is serious, your teeth can even fall out. Some of the problems may also occur when you once more have enough vitamin C in your body.
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