Vitamin C Deficiency & Symptoms

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Vitamin C Deficiency Symptoms
Dr. Peter Dobie
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Vitamin C is a vital nutrient and its deficiency
can have many adverse effects on our body. There
are many symptoms which directly indicate towards
a deficiency of vitamin C. Intravenous vitamin C
is an excellent treatment that can provide the
required amount of vitamin C directly into our
bodies. Here are some of the most common
symptoms which indicate directly towards the
shortage of Vitamin C in the body.
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• Joint And Muscle Aches
• This is surely the most obvious symptom of
  Vitamin C deficiency. Chronic pain in the limbs
  or joints can occur and trouble an individual who
  is suffering from Vitamin C deficiency.
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• Mood Swings
• A frequent change in mood is often a major
  indicator of Vitamin C deficiency. If affected, a
  person becomes irritable or short tempered.

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• Fatigue
• Another common symptom is fatigue and tiredness.
  Someone suffering from the deficiency of vitamin
  C will become easily tired and have minimum
  energy left in his/her body to perform daily
  tasks. Since chronic fatigue symptom is related
  to many illnesses, it becomes hard for the doctor
  to figure out vitamin C deficiency on this
  symptom.
• Weight Loss
• A common symptom of many diseases, weight loss
  also occurs in a person who is suffering from
  vitamin C deficiency.

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• Dry Hair And Skin
• Its a clear sign that a body is not getting
  adequate amount of vitamin C when hair and skin
  of an individual starts becoming extremely dry.
  This condition also occurs due to deficiency of
  other essential vitamins and minerals.
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• Skin Bruising
• People who are dealing with a vitamin C
  deficiency start getting bruises easily.
  Excessive bruising is a clear indicator that the
  chemistry of a body requires extra attention and
  care.

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• Occurrence Of Infections
• If a person lacks the required amount of vitamin
  C in his or her body, then as a result the body
  faces negative impact in its healing and fighting
  power against wounds or infections. In some
  cases, even the immune system of the body also
  gets affected due to deficiency of vitamin C.
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• Dental Problems
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• For healthy teeth and gums, a daily and
  prescribed dose of Vitamin C can give wonderful
  results. However, deterioration of the gums can
  occur in case of vitamin C deficiency. Vitamin C
  deficiency causes periodontal problems, which if
  neglected can develop to a disastrous level.

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• Treatment For Vitamin C Deficiency
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• Generally, deficiency of vitamin C is cured by
  providing supplements or food products which are
  rich in this nutrient. Intravenous vitamin C
  treatment is one of the most reliable and
  effective treatment through which high doses of
  vitamin C can be directly given to any
  individuals body. Consult a qualified doctor to
  know more about Intravenous vitamin c treatment
  today!

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