Perth man treated for scurvy as cost-of-living crisis brings back disease of the past'

The case of a 51-year-old man in Perth highlights the re-emergence of scurvy, driven by modern financial constraints leading to poor nutrition and diet.

Dr. Andrew Dermawan expressed astonishment implying scurvy was typically considered a historical issue: "It's not something that I expected to come up in today's time."

Following extensive investigations, a direct connection was revealed between the patient’s financial struggles, reliance on processed foods, and severe vitamin C deficiency.

The body requires vitamin C for collagen production, critical for maintaining skin, muscle, and bone health, pointing out grave consequences due to scurvy.

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