urothelial carcinoma in situ (CIS)

Steelerfan,

All of us had to come to grips with it. The hardest part was the beginning when words were thrown at us and we were clueless. The doc said, "Cancer", and our minds went blank.

There is much helpful, patient provided, info in this site. No scare or sales stories, but comments and experiences helpful to others. The SEARCH option will help you find discussion on terms such as FISH and CIS, etc. You are welcome to post you qhoughts or questions.

The FISH test is best described as a "screening tool" to be used as part of the early investigation into the possibility of urinary system cancer. By itself FISH is ONLY one indicator test for the possibility of cancer. FISH is not accurate enough to make a diagnosis.

If FISH and other screening tests (including the history physical exam) are positive, additional testing is indicated.

At the early stage of diagnosis, do remember that Urothelial Cancer, when caught early, is highly treatable. This is good news that should be given to every person at his/her first medical encounter for possible Urothelial Cancer.

Best,
Jack

Thank you for the information. I'm just trying to come to grips with this.

Thank you for the information. I'm just trying to come to grips with this.

Hello all.
I am new to the site, and would like to know what is urothelial carcinoma in situ (CIS). I had a FISH test done and it came back positive. I'm a little worried about this.

Thank you in advance.