Print OverviewNonmelanoma skin cancer refers to all the types of cancer that occur in the skin that are not melanoma. Several types of skin cancer fall within the broader category of nonmelanoma skin cancer, with the most common types being basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Nonmelanoma skin cancer treatment depends on the type of cancer. Skin cancer treatment usually involves surgery to remove the cancer cells.Products & ServicesA Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health BookNewsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital EditionShow more products from Mayo Clinic Types Angiosarcoma Basal cell carcinoma Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans Merkel cell carcinoma Sebaceous carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin Clinical trials Explore Mayo Clinic studies testing new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage this condition. By Mayo Clinic Staff Nonmelanoma skin cancer care at Mayo Clinic Request an appointment Doctors & departments Jan. 19, 2024 Print Show references Niederhuber JE, et al., eds. Nonmelanoma skin cancers: Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. In: Abeloff's Clinical Oncology. 6th ed. Elsevier; 2020. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Feb. 18, 2022. Dinulos JGH. Premalignant and malignant nonmelanoma skin tumors. Habif's Clinical Dermatology. 7th ed. Elsevier; 2021. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Feb. 18, 2022. Zwald F, et al. Atypical fibroxanthoma. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 23, 2022. Gibson LE (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic. Feb. 22, 2022. Related Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans Sebaceous carcinoma Products & Services A Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital Edition Show more products and services from Mayo Clinic Nonmelanoma skin cancerSymptoms&causesDoctors&departmentsCare atMayoClinic Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Press Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic Press. NEW: Listen to Health Matters Podcast - Mayo Clinic PressNEW: Listen to Health Matters PodcastMayo Clinic on Incontinence - Mayo Clinic PressMayo Clinic on IncontinenceThe Essential Diabetes Book - Mayo Clinic PressThe Essential Diabetes BookMayo Clinic on Hearing and Balance - Mayo Clinic PressMayo Clinic on Hearing and BalanceFREE Mayo Clinic Diet Assessment - Mayo Clinic PressFREE Mayo Clinic Diet AssessmentMayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book - Mayo Clinic PressMayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book CON-20248514 Patient Care & Health Information Diseases & Conditions Nonmelanoma skin cancer