Question

Deficiency of Vitamin 'C' in the body causes which diseases?
1. Pellagra
2. Scurvy
3. Goiter
4. Night Blindness

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Scurvy

The correct answer is Scurvy.

• Scurvy is a disease resulting from the deficiency of vitamin C. Its symptoms include weakness, feeling tired, and sore arms and legs.
• The deficiency may be caused by not eating enough fresh fruits and vegetables.
• It can cause bruising, dry hair and skin, gum and dental problems, and anemia.
• Typical symptoms and sometimes blood tests are the basis of the diagnosis. 

• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is vital for bone, skin, and connective tissue formation, growth, and repair.
• It is also important for normal blood vessel function.
• Vitamin C helps preserve healthy gums and teeth.
• It helps the body to absorb the iron needed for the production of red blood cells.
• Vitamin C also assists in healing burns and wounds.
• Citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, strawberries, and sweet peppers are good sources of vitamin C. 
• The deficiency is usually corrected by increasing the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables or by taking vitamin C supplements orally.

Common diseases and their causes

Disease	Cause
Pellagra	Vitamin B3
Night Blindness	Vitamin A
Beri Beri	Vitamin B1
Goiter	Iodine
Anemia	Iron