Scurvy

Scurvy, which is due to Vitamin C deficiency, is a defect in the formation of collagen which makes capillaries leaky, causing gum bleeding and haemorrhage - called sheet haemorrhage - into the skin. Vitamin C supplements cure it Proper intake of Vitamin C prevents it.
 

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