After a cancer diagnosis, it’s important to find credible information and support. With rare types of cancer, sometimes finding resources can be difficult. Cancer.Net provides comprehensive information about several types of rare cancers, in addition to more common types.
On Cancer.Net, you can find the following resources for rare cancers:
- Disease-specific information for many rare adult and childhood cancers, including sections on diagnosis, treatment, clinical trials, areas of the latest research, what to expect after treatment, and questions to ask the doctor
- Listings of cancer-specific national organizations that offer support to people with cancer and their families
- Information about support groups and how to find one that is the right fit for you
- National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers and cooperative groups that specialize in the treatment of rare cancer types
- How to find an oncologist who specializes in the treatment of a rare cancer
- A section on clinical trials
