An uncommon type of cancerous skin growth seen in individuals aged 60 and above, appears on sun-exposed skin regions. This growth originates from Merkel cells, which are located deep within the skin, near nerve endings. These cells are believed to be linked to the neuroendocrine system, responsible for generating hormones that initiate nerve signals.
Initially, the cancer is addressed through surgical intervention. However, there is a possibility of cancer cells spreading to different body parts, known as metastasis. If this occurs, radiotherapy or chemotherapy might be administered, although these therapies seldom result in a complete cure.