We would say approximately 20% of typical skin cancer is caused by viruses directly. There are many cancers arising from a combination of viral perturbation to cause abnormal cellular changes that are exacerbated by UV and electromagnetic energies to further damage skin cells. So it can either be a major cause, even a standalone cause, or an aggravating factor to give rise to malignant lesions that become a diagnosable and even dangerous liability.
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