Understanding the Nuances: Is Scurvy Hereditary?
                                
                                
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                                The notion of scurvy being a disease of the past persists, yet recent research reveals a complex interplay between diet and genetics in its development. This leads to the nuanced question: Is scurvy hereditary? The answer involves understanding both a universal human genetic defect and individual genetic variations that influence one's risk.