Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor (DSRCT) is a very rare and aggressive cancer that usually develops inside the abdomen or pelvis. It belongs to a group of cancers called soft tissue sarcomas, which start in the body’s supporting tissues like fat, muscles, and blood vessels.
Parathyroid cancer is a very rare type of cancer that begins in the parathyroid glands, which are four small glands located in your neck near the thyroid gland. These glands help control the body's calcium levels by producing a hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH).
Although parathyroid cancer accounts for less than 1% of all cases of primary hyperparathyroidism, it can cause serious health problems. Most people with parathyroid cancer develop very high calcium levels in their blood, a condition known as hypercalcemia, which can be life-threatening if not treated.
Anal cancer is a relatively uncommon cancer that develops in the tissues of the anus (the opening where stool leaves the body). While it is not as common as colon or rectal cancer, the number of new cases has slowly been rising. With early detection and treatment, many patients do very well. According to global cancer statistics, thousands of new cases are diagnosed each year, with women being slightly more affected than men.
Appendiceal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the appendix---a small pouch attached to the large intestine. It affects only 1--2 people in a million each year, so most people have never heard of it until diagnosis. Because of its rarity, many people are not aware of it until they or a loved one is diagnosed.
The gastroesophageal junction is where your food pipe (esophagus) meets your stomach. Cancer that starts here is called gastroesophageal junction cancer. It is less common than breast, lung, or colon cancer, but cases are rising worldwide. Because the junction connects two important organs, cancers here can behave like both esophageal and stomach cancers, making them more complex to treat.
Squamous neck cancer with occult primary is a unique head and neck cancer scenario where squamous cell carcinoma is found in the lymph nodes of the neck, but the original (primary) tumor cannot be located despite thorough testing. This situation can feel confusing and stressful. The good news is that there are proven, effective treatment paths designed specifically for this presentation, and outcomes are often strong with coordinated, expert care.
Pharyngeal cancer is a group of head and neck cancers that start in the throat (pharynx), the muscular tube that carries air to the larynx and food to the esophagus. While it is not as common as many other cancers, pharyngeal cancer can affect speaking, swallowing, and breathing—key functions for daily life. The reassuring news: when it’s detected early and treated by a coordinated, experienced team, many people do well and maintain a strong quality of life.
When most people think of breast cancer, they think women. However, men also have breast tissue, which means they can develop breast cancer too. Male breast cancer is rare — it accounts for less than 1% of all breast cancer cases. According to the American Cancer Society, about 2,800 new cases are diagnosed in men in the U.S. each year.
Lip and oral cavity cancer includes cancers that arise on the lips and inside the mouth: the front two--thirds of the tongue (oral tongue), floor of mouth, inner cheeks (buccal mucosa), gums (gingiva), hard palate, and the retromolar trigone (behind the last molar). Most are squamous cell carcinomas that start in the thin lining (mucosa). With early detection and expert, multidisciplinary care, many people are cured while preserving speech, swallowing, appearance, and quality of life.
Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) is a condition where abnormal cells grow in the lobules of the breast. Lobules are the glands that produce breast milk. Unlike invasive breast cancer, lobular carcinoma in situ does not spread beyond the lobules into nearby breast tissue. This means lobular carcinoma in situ itself is not considered cancer but rather a marker that a woman has a higher risk of developing breast cancer in the future.
