Un bambino proprio scorbutico

Medico e Bambino 2026

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Authors: Ezio Sarno, Emma Bonauguri, Alessandra Iacono, Loretta Biserna, Elena Monti, Federico Marchetti
DOI: 10.53126/meb45391
Cited by: 1
References: 3

Abstract

A 3-year-old boy with psychomotor delay and marked dietary selectivity (complete avoidance of fruits and vegetables) presented with a refusal to walk, lower limb pain, cutaneous haemorrhagic spots and spongy gums. Despite an initial history that suggested trauma, imaging - specifically an MRI showing bone marrow and subperiosteal oedema - led to the diagnosis of scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) that was confirmed by the rapid clinical improvement and the patient’s regained ability to walk after just one week of oral vitamin C supplementation

Fields of Study & Subjects

Vitamin C and Antioxidants Research Vitamin K Research Studies Trace Elements in Health

Publication details

Journal / source
Medico e Bambino
Publisher
Medico e Bambino
Volume
45
Issue
6
Pages
391–393
Publication date
16 June 2026
Language
IT