Some people may not have any symptoms of advanced melanoma skin cancer. If they do, the symptoms can depend on where the cancer has spread to.

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a type of skin cancer that starts in Merkel cells. These are a type of neuroendocrine cell so MCC is also called a neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC).

Survival for melanoma skin cancer depends on many factors including the stage of the cancer when it was diagnosed, the treatment you have and your general health.

You may be referred to a specialist if you have symptoms that could be due to melanoma skin cancer. This might be an urgent suspected cancer referral.

Seeing your GP for symptoms of melanoma skin cancer See your GP if you develop a new mole or abnormal area of skin. This includes on the soles of your feet and the skin under your nails. …

The latest melanoma skin cancer incidence statistics for the UK for Health Professionals. See data for sex, age, trends over time and more.