[Scurvy presenting with ecchymotic purpura and hemorrhagic ulcers of the lower limbs].

INTRODUCTION

The risk of vitamin C deficiency is underestimated in industrialized countries and is only disclosed in rare cases of severe scurvy.

CASE REPORT: We report three cases of scurvy presenting with ecchymotic purpura and hemorrhagic ulcerations of the lower limbs. Vitamin C supplementation led to rapid improvement of the skin lesions.

DISCUSSION: Clinical diagnosis of low-grade deficiency can be difficult. Biological diagnosis requires special care in sample taking and transport.