Learn about six common signs of vitamin C deficiency. Recognizing these symptoms early can help you address the deficiency and improve your overall health.
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Vitamin C
Vitamin C plays an important role in maintaining good health. Vitamin C is also important for controlling high blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease.
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Symptoms
Let's look at the six symptoms of vitamin C deficiency.
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Slow healing
The first sign is the slow healing of wounds on the body.
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Bleeding gums
Vitamin C deficiency in the body can cause bleeding gums.
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Brittle nails
Vitamin C deficiency affects not only the skin and hair but also the nails. It will cause the nails to break.
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Constant fatigue
Another symptom of vitamin C deficiency is constant fatigue.
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Dry skin
Vitamin C deficiency makes the skin dry.
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Joint pain
Vitamin C deficiency can cause joint pain.
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Loss of appetite
Vitamin C deficiency can lead to iron deficiency. Loss of appetite is another symptom.