Can Lack of Vitamin C Cause Death? A Deep Dive into Scurvy
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Historically, severe vitamin C deficiency, known as scurvy, was a fatal disease that killed countless sailors on long voyages. This fact highlights a crucial point: while mild to moderate deficiency is common, a complete and prolonged lack of vitamin C can indeed lead to death if left untreated. Scurvy can cause a systemic breakdown of the body, eventually leading to multi-organ failure and a severely compromised immune system, making it deadly.
