Working together
How we work with your oncologist
Your oncologist leads your cancer care. We add supportive Ayurvedic care around it, and we keep that support inside the plan your oncology team has made.
This page explains what we always do, what we never do, and how support changes before, during and after treatment.
Working with your oncologist
You continue under your oncologist. Our Ayurvedic care is coordinated with, and subject to, your treating oncology team.
Never start any Ayurvedic Medicine during chemotherapy or radiation without your oncologist and our doctor reviewing it together.
Our commitments to you and your oncology team
We always
- Keep you under the care of your oncologist.
- Ask about every medicine, supplement and home remedy you take.
- Plan support around your chemotherapy, radiation or surgery dates.
- Send new or worrying symptoms back to your oncologist first.
- Explain our plan to your oncologist if they have questions.
We never
- Ask you to stop, delay or reduce any treatment your oncologist has planned.
- Start Ayurvedic Medicine during chemotherapy or radiation without a joint review.
- Claim that Ayurveda treats the cancer itself.
- Stand in the way of palliative or hospice care when your team recommends it.
How support changes through treatment
Before treatment starts
Food and daily routine that help you go into treatment as steady as possible. No new Ayurvedic Medicine without review.
During chemotherapy and radiation
Comfort first: appetite, nausea, mouth care, digestion and sleep. Diet and routine come first. Any Ayurvedic Medicine only after your oncologist and our doctor review it together.
After treatment ends
Rebuilding strength, weight and routine. Rasayana (rejuvenation care) begins only when your oncologist agrees that active treatment is complete.
Why every herb and supplement is reviewed
Some herbs, supplements and home remedies change how chemotherapy drugs work in the body. Others affect the liver, the kidneys, blood counts or bleeding. A remedy that suits one person in one phase of treatment does not suit another.
That is why nothing new starts during chemotherapy or radiation until your oncologist and our doctor review it together. Many people begin with diet and routine support alone.
What to bring to your first consultation
- Your diagnosis summary or latest discharge summary
- Your current treatment plan, with chemotherapy or radiation dates
- A list of every medicine, supplement and home remedy you take
- Recent blood reports, if your oncology team has shared them
- Your questions, written down. A family member is welcome to come with you.
For oncologists
We provide supportive Ayurvedic care that stays inside your treatment protocol. We review every herb and supplement for interactions before suggesting it. We keep the focus on comfort, diet and routine. Red-flag symptoms go straight back to you.
To discuss a patient, write to doctor@cancerayucare.com.
Call your oncologist first
A new lump, unexplained bleeding or weight loss, persistent pain, breathlessness, or fever during chemotherapy needs your oncologist or emergency care first.
Common questions
Does Ayurveda cure cancer?
No. Ayurvedic supportive care focuses on comfort, appetite, sleep, digestion and strength while your oncology team treats the cancer.
Should I tell my oncologist that I see an Ayurvedic doctor?
Yes, always. Share everything you take, including diet changes and home remedies.
What if my oncologist says no to an Ayurvedic Medicine?
Then we do not use it. We focus on diet, daily routine and comfort measures instead.
I feel better. Is it fine to skip a chemotherapy cycle?
No. Never change your treatment plan without your oncologist. Feeling better is a good sign, and the plan still matters.
Talk to our doctor
Bring your treatment plan and your questions. We will explain how supportive care fits around it.