Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Vitamin C has a scientific basis for use in supporting certain types of internal bleeding, though the evidence is limited and primarily relates to specific deficiency states. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is crucial for collagen synthesis, which is vital for maintaining the integrity of blood vessels. Severe deficiency leads to scurvy, a condition characterized by defective connective tissue, resulting in fragile capillaries and spontaneous bleeding (including internal bleeding such as gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hemarthrosis, and bleeding into muscles). In these cases, vitamin C supplementation is curative and prevents further bleeding episodes.

Outside of frank deficiency, there is limited evidence that vitamin C supplementation can prevent or treat internal bleeding in otherwise healthy individuals. Some studies have explored vitamin C’s role in enhancing capillary strength and reducing bleeding tendencies, especially in populations at risk for deficiency (e.g., malnourished individuals, elderly). However, there is no robust clinical evidence supporting its use in treating internal bleeding due to trauma, surgery, or other non-deficiency-related causes.

Overall, the routine use of vitamin C to treat or prevent internal bleeding is scientifically justified only in the context of deficiency. For other causes of internal bleeding, vitamin C is not considered a primary or adjunctive therapy based on current evidence.

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