Treatment and Prevention
How Is Scurvy Disease Treated?
Prevention and treatment of scurvy disease are similar. Both involve the addition of vitamin C to one’s diet through regular consumption of fruits and vegetables. If needed, doctors may prescribe vitamin C supplements such as ascorbic acid tablets to help deal with the vitamin C deficit.
For those who are already suffering from scurvy disease, the consumption of food and supplements rich in vitamin C will typically make them feel better within 48 hours and fully cure scurvy disease within two weeks.
For prevention, a healthy and balanced diet with a good amount of food containing vitamin C is all you need to keep yourself safe from scurvy disease.
If you are pregnant and believe that you may be experiencing symptoms that are similar to that of scurvy, it is best to speak to your doctor immediately.
Key Takeaway
In conclusion, scurvy disease is a straightforward medical condition that has a simple solution: regular intake of healthy food containing vitamin C, or the consumption of ascorbic acid supplements. If you suspect that you or your loved ones have scurvy disease, immediately seek medical help.
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