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Eccrine Carcinoma (sweat gland carcinoma)

Definition

Eccrine carcinoma, also known as sweat gland carcinoma, is a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer that originates in the eccrine sweat glands. These tumors can occur anywhere on the body but are most found on the extremities, head, and neck. Eccrine carcinoma can present as a slow-growing, painless nodule or ulcer and may be associated with local tissue destruction or metastasis.