Merkel Cell Carcinoma(MCC), a rare skin melanoma can metastasize to other cell organs, often making it fatal. Recent studies have reported a steady increase in the rate of occurrence of this disease, making it a cause of concern. While chemotherapy has not been reported to increase survival, Immunotherapy has shown significant promise in the treatment of MCC . What is MCC?
Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is a rare skin melanoma characterized by flesh coloured or bluish red nodules with a smooth shiny surface that usually occur on the face, neck, head or other areas of the body. It generally develops in older people with long term sun exposure or a weak immune system. Its propensity to recur and spread, causing local or distant metastasis, makes it more fatal compared to other melanomas. Recent study reports increase in occurrence of MCC The frequency of MCC is the highest in Australia;…
