Ovarian Cancer Treatment in Mumbai

Ovarian cancer is often found late because its early signs, such as bloating, a feeling of fullness and pelvic discomfort, are easily mistaken for digestive problems. Once it is diagnosed, treatment usually combines surgery and chemotherapy, with newer targeted medicines for some women. This guide explains how ovarian cancer is usually treated in Mumbai, the side effects women commonly face, and how complementary homeopathic care at Welling Homeopathy can support you alongside your oncology team.

Written by Dr. Sourabh Welling, founder of Welling Homeopathy, who has over 25 years of experience treating patients. Last updated 21 October 2026. This article is for general information and does not replace a medical assessment.

This page explains what treatment usually involves, the side effects people commonly face, and how complementary homeopathic cancer care at Welling Homeopathy can sit alongside – never in place of – the plan made by your oncology team.

How ovarian cancer is usually treated

Treatment is planned by a gynaecological oncology team and depends on the stage, the type of ovarian cancer and your general health. The main components are:

• Surgery – removal of the ovaries and fallopian tubes, usually with the uterus, the omentum and any visible deposits in the abdomen. Fertility-sparing surgery may be possible in some early cancers.
• Chemotherapy – most often carboplatin with paclitaxel, given after surgery, or before surgery in some women to shrink the disease first.
• Targeted maintenance therapy – PARP inhibitors such as olaparib or niraparib for women with BRCA changes or other suitable tumour features, and bevacizumab in selected cases.
• Genetic testing – BRCA and related tests help to guide treatment and to advise relatives about their own risk.
• Follow-up – regular examination, CA-125 blood tests and scans to watch for any return.

Common side effects of treatment

Side effects differ from person to person and depend on the drugs, doses and your general health. Your oncology team can often prevent or reduce many of them with medicines and supportive measures, so always report symptoms early.

Chemotherapy

• Hair loss, nausea and tiredness
• Tingling or numbness in the hands and feet from paclitaxel
• Low blood counts, with a higher risk of infection and bruising
• Joint and muscle aches after paclitaxel
• Allergic reactions to carboplatin, especially after several cycles
• Early menopause symptoms such as hot flushes and vaginal dryness

Radiation therapy

• Radiation is used less often for ovarian cancer than for many other cancers, and mainly for relief of symptoms in selected women. When pelvic radiation is given, common effects are:
• Loose stools and bowel urgency
• Bladder irritation and a burning feeling on passing urine
• Skin redness and tiredness

After surgery and on targeted therapy

• Wound pain, tiredness and changes in bowel habit after major abdominal surgery
• Abdominal swelling from fluid (ascites), which your team can drain if it is uncomfortable
• PARP inhibitors: nausea, tiredness and anaemia, so regular blood tests are needed
• Bevacizumab: raised blood pressure and a small risk of bleeding

How complementary homeopathic care fits in

Complementary care means supportive treatment given together with your oncology treatment. At Welling Homeopathy the aim is to help you feel as well as possible during and after treatment: easing symptoms and side effects where we can, supporting appetite, energy and sleep, and helping you keep up your quality of life so that you can carry on with the treatment your doctors have planned.

What does the research say? Research on homeopathy for the side effects of cancer treatment is limited. A few small studies of particular remedies (for example for radiation skin reactions or mouth sores) have been reported, but good-quality evidence is lacking, and homeopathy has not been shown to treat or cure cancer. For this reason we use homeopathic care only as a complement, and never as a replacement for surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, targeted, hormonal or immune therapy, or for the advice of your oncologist.

ImmunoKnife™ Homeopathy Treatment Process

ImmunoKnife™ is the speciality homeopathic treatment process for cancers developed by Dr. Sourabh Welling at Welling Research Labs in Mumbai and practised at the Welling cancer clinics. Our approach looks at the whole person – the disease, the treatment you are having, your symptoms and your constitution – and is aimed at easing nausea, weakness, appetite and sleep problems, and the emotional strain of long treatment. It is offered as supportive care around your oncology treatment, and your oncologist should always be told about it.

Over 25 years of experience treating patients

Dr. Sourabh Welling, founder of Welling Homeopathy, has been treating patients for more than 25 years, including people living with cancer and going through chemotherapy and radiation. In a first consultation he and his team take a detailed history – your diagnosis and treatment plan, your symptoms, your past health and your personality – so that supportive care is planned around you and not around a standard list.

Practical ways to feel better during treatment

• Small, frequent meals – bloating and early fullness are common; protein-rich, easily digested food such as dal, eggs, paneer and khichdi helps.
• Stay hydrated – sip fluids through the day to ease nausea and constipation.
• Protect your hands and feet – tell your team early about numbness or tingling so that doses can be adjusted.
• Keep gently active – short walks help tiredness, digestion and mood.
• Plan for menopause symptoms – ask your doctor about safe ways to manage hot flushes and vaginal dryness.
• Talk about genetic testing – ask whether BRCA results affect your treatment and your daughters or sisters.
• Look after your mind – a counsellor or support group can help with the strain of a long illness.

When to call your oncologist or go to hospital urgently

Do not wait for a homeopathic appointment if you have any of the following – contact your oncology team or go to the nearest hospital:

• Fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or above, or shivering, during chemotherapy
• Severe abdominal pain or swelling with repeated vomiting, or being unable to pass stool or gas
• Sudden breathlessness or chest pain, or a painful swollen leg
• Heavy vaginal bleeding
• Being unable to drink fluids for 24 hours
• Severe numbness, or a rash or swelling of the face during an infusion

Consultation in Mumbai

Chemotherapy for ovarian cancer runs over many months, and the travelling can be as tiring as the treatment. We plan supportive visits around your chemotherapy cycles and offer online consultations so that you can get guidance without extra journeys. You can meet us at our Mumbai clinics (see the Contact page for current addresses and hours), or consult online from wherever you are being treated. Please bring your reports, your treatment plan and a list of everything you are taking.

Frequently asked questions

Can homeopathy cure ovarian cancer?

No. Homeopathy has not been shown to cure or treat ovarian cancer, and we do not claim that it does. We use it only as supportive, complementary care alongside surgery, chemotherapy and targeted therapy planned by your oncology team.

What are the early symptoms of ovarian cancer?

Persistent bloating, a swollen abdomen, feeling full quickly, pelvic or abdominal pain, and needing to pass urine more often. Because these are common and vague, symptoms that last more than two to three weeks should be checked, not ignored.

Does a high CA-125 always mean cancer?

No. CA-125 can also rise with endometriosis, fibroids, pelvic infection and even menstruation. It is a helpful marker in women with confirmed ovarian cancer but cannot diagnose it by itself.

Is ovarian cancer hereditary?

Some cases are linked to BRCA1 and BRCA2 changes or other inherited conditions. Genetic counselling can tell you whether testing is advisable for you and your family.

Is it safe to take homeopathic medicines during chemotherapy?

Homeopathic medicines are highly diluted and are not known to interfere with chemotherapy, but you should tell your oncologist about everything you are taking, and never stop or delay prescribed treatment.

How do I book a consultation in Mumbai?

Call +91 8080 850 950 to book a 1:1 consultation at one of our Mumbai clinics or online. Please bring your reports, your chemotherapy plan and a list of your medicines.

Learn more

• All cancer treatment guides for Mumbai
• Homeopathy Specialist for Cancer – our cancer treatment programme
• Treatment of Ovarian Cancer
• Breast Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• 8 Essential Cancer Tests Every Woman Should Consider

Disclaimer: this page is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Homeopathy is offered as complementary, supportive care only; it is not claimed to treat or cure cancer. Please follow your oncologist’s advice and do not stop or change any prescribed treatment without consulting them.

More on cancer care in Mumbai

• Cancer Treatment Guides for Mumbai
• Homeopathy Specialist for Cancer
• Breast Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Lung Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Prostate Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Ovarian Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Colorectal Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Pancreatic Cancer Treatment in Mumbai
• Blood Cancer Treatment in Mumbai

Supportive homeopathic care for ovarian cancer at Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai

Homeopathic care at Welling Homeopathy is offered as supportive, complementary care alongside your oncology treatment, never in place of it. You can consult Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., and the senior specialists at our Mumbai clinics, or online from anywhere. Please bring your reports and treatment plan. See the Contact page for current clinic addresses and hours, or call +91 8080 850 950.

Ovarian cancer: more questions answered

1. What are the risk factors for ovarian cancer?

Age, a family history, BRCA1/BRCA2 changes, endometriosis, never having been pregnant and hormone therapy after menopause.

2. What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?

Persistent bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, feeling full quickly and needing to pass urine often; see a doctor if they last more than a few weeks.

3. How is ovarian cancer diagnosed?

With a pelvic ultrasound, CT scan, CA-125 blood test and, usually, surgery with biopsy.

4. What should I eat during treatment for ovarian cancer?

Small, frequent meals with enough protein, plenty of fluids and fruit and vegetables, adjusted to side effects such as nausea or mouth sores; a dietitian can personalise the plan.

5. When is fever during treatment an emergency?

Fever of 100.4 F (38 C) or above during chemotherapy needs urgent hospital care, as does uncontrolled vomiting, severe pain, bleeding or breathlessness.

6. How often is follow-up needed after treatment for ovarian cancer?

Usually every three to six months for the first two years, then less often; your oncologist will give you a schedule.