Archives: Month: January 2025

Should DCIS be Called Cancer?

Should DCIS be called cancer? It’s the million-dollar question. The answer, in short, depends on who you ask, and how they define “cancer.” The official diagnosis name is Ductal Carcinoma in Situ, and DCIS is generally referred to as “stage 0 breast cancer.” However, many physicians refer to DCIS as a “pre-cancer” or a “risk factor” for cancer, and there has been discussion over the last few decades about removing the words “carcinoma” and “cancer” from the nomenclature altogether.  This page explores the debate, why language matters, and how terminology shapes patients perception and choices. What’s in a Name? The…

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