Scurvy is not gone from the face of the planet.  In the past it was seen commonly in sailors and soldiers who had limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables over extended periods. . Scurvy still exists today within certain populations, particularly in patients with neurodevelopmental disabilities, psychiatric illness or unusual dietary habits.

We describe a case of scurvy occurring appeared in a 4-year-old boy with a special diet such as milk and cookies from a young age, presented in a month earlier: asthenia, diffuse lower-extremity musculoskeletal pain, and refusal to walk.

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Samira Aggoune

Departement of Pediatric’s, University Teaching Hospital, Belfort Algier’s. Algeria