Watch and listen to CUP patients and carers share their stories and personal experiences to provide support and inspiration for those affected by CUP.
Clinicians also share their expert insights about CUP to help patients, carers and other health professionals understand this diagnosis.
Here are the links to other information pages to learn more about different aspects of CUP. You may also use the quick links on the right side of the page to navigate.
Most people are diagnosed with cancer of unknown primary (CUP) after they have symptoms or become unwell. Some people may be diagnosed during tests for another health condition. When cancer is suspected, you might be referred for tests or to a specialist.
The treatment you have depends on a number of things, including where the cancer is and your general health. A team of doctors and other professionals discuss the best treatment and care for you. The main treatment for Cancer of Unknown Primary is cancer drugs, most commonly chemotherapy. You may also have radiotherapy to help to control your symptoms and hormone therapy.
