Scurvy results from insufficient vitamin C intake (e.g., fad diet, alcoholism),increased vitamin requirement (e.g., certain medications), and increased loss (e.g., dialysis)Vitamin C is required for normal collagen structure, and its absence leads to skin and vessel fragility Characteristic exam findings include:
A.Perifollicular purpura
B.Large ecchymoses on the lower legs
C.Intramuscular and periosteal hemorrhage
D.Keratotic plugging of hair follicles