It is often located in the face and on the neck. Basal cell carcinoma is not one of the most dangerous cancers but it must still be treated to avoid it spreading. Squamous cell carcinoma begins in a different layer of the epidermis. It is not as common as basal cell carcinoma and is typically found in places which have been exposed to sunlight like face or the neck. Like basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma is not among the most dangerous cancers but it can become dangerous if it is not treated in time.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer.
People of all ages can get skin cancer but it is rare in children. Symptoms and treatment depend on the type of cancer it is. Sunlight is a contributing factor in 90 per cent of the cases. The disease itself is usually triggered by damage to the skin caused by sun rays. People who are exposed to large quantities of sun radiation can develop skin cancer as early as age 20 or 30 but most patients are older.