Do People with Merkel Cell Carcinoma Have a Higher Risk of Contracting COVID-19?
Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer with a high risk for returning (recurring) and spreading (metastasizing), often within two to three years after initial diagnosis.
Anything that increases your likelihood of developing a disease like Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is called a risk factor.
These factors put you at increased risk for the disease. For more information about risk factors, click the links below.
History of unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or indoor tanning.
Weakened immune system, due to a medical condition or medications.
History of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) or melanoma.
Age: Most people who develop MCC are over 50 years old.
Gender: Men are more likely to get the disease
Fair skin: People with fair skin are at greater risk for MCC, but it can affect anyone.
Learn more: https://www.skincancer.org/ski....n-cancer-information
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