Parkinson's Disease And Melanoma Risk

Patients with Parkinson's disease have been found to be at an increased risk of melanoma and should be monitored frequently for early signs of cancer. However, more studies are needed to establish the reasons for the possible association in order to refine patient screening criteria and to better advise patients about the risk.

Parkinson's Disease Patients Should be Monitored for Skin Cancer
- PD patients have increased risk of developing melanoma
- They require regular follow-ups to prevent skin cancer

Parkinson's Disease And Melanoma Risk - The Unsolved Riddle

Parkinson's disease is associated with an increased risk of melanoma, and Parkinson's patients should be kept under regular surveillance for skin cancer. Read More

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