Bleeding Gums and Easy Bruising of Skin Is a Symptom

question 31

Multiple Choice

Bleeding gums and easy bruising of skin is a symptom of a(n)

• A)deficiency disorder involving vitamin D.
• B)eating disorder involving the intake of too few calories.
• C)deficiency disorder involving lipids.
• D)deficiency disorder involving vitamin C.
• E)deficiency disorder involving potassium

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Definitions:

Lymphatic Ducts

Large vessels in the lymphatic system that transport lymph from the lymph nodes to the veins.

Neutrophils

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in defending the body against infection by engulfing and destroying bacteria and fungi.

Macrophages

Large white blood cells found in tissue or mobile at sites of infection, absorbing and digesting cellular debris and pathogens.

Scavengers

Animals that consume dead or decaying organic matter, playing a critical role in the ecosystem by decomposing and recycling nutrients.