Which disease is caused by NOT having enough vitamin C in the diet for at least 3 months leading to weakness, anemia, gum disease and skin problems?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Scurvy.
The disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C in the diet for at least three months, leading to symptoms such as weakness, anemia, gum disease, and skin problems, is Scurvy. Vitamin C, essential for collagen synthesis, plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of connective tissues, gums, and skin. A lack of vitamin C results in impaired collagen formation, leading to the characteristic symptoms of scurvy, including bleeding gums, bruising, and poor wound healing.