Who we are
Our mission is to support and empower cancer patients and their families.
Through comprehensive programs, Jarurat Care provides vital support to those affected by cancer. We offer emotional, financial, and practical assistance to help patients and their families navigate their cancer journey.
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
Rekha's last trip before she started her battle with Cholangiocarcinoma and succumbed on 25th December, 2023-
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
Rekha's last trip before she started her battle with Cholangiocarcinoma and succumbed on 25th December, 2023 -
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
Rekha's last trip before she started her battle with Cholangiocarcinoma and succumbed on 25th December, 2023
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
Priyanka Joshi
Founder, Jarurat Care Foundation
What we do
We focus on delivering crucial support to patients, ensuring access to quality treatment, raising awareness, and advocating for better care. Our efforts aim to provide hope and drive positive change in the fight against cancer.
Provide Comprehensive Patient Support
Facilitate Access to Quality Care
Promote Awareness and Education
Advocate for Better Cancer Care
How we Support You
Comprehensive care and support throughout your cancer journey
Patient Advocacy
We stand by your side, helping navigate treatment options and healthcare systems.
Insurance Assistance
Legal Support
Healthcare Navigation
Access To Treatment
We stand by your side, helping navigate treatment options and healthcare systems.
Individual Counseling
Support Groups
24/7 Helpline
Holistic Care Options
We stand by your side, helping navigate treatment options and healthcare systems.
Nutrition Counseling
Stress Management
Wellness Programs
Educational Resources
We offer information and workshops to help you understand cancer
Informational Workshops
Patient Guides
Online Learning
Community Connection
We create a network of support by connecting you with others who are going through similar experiences, so you never feel alone.
Peer Mentorship
Online Forums
Locate Cancer Hospitals Near You
Finding Hope, One Location at a Time
Note: we might be missing some hospitals or maybe they are unregistrered
Delhi
Read the Latest in Cancer Research
Explore the latest studies and breakthroughs in cancer research.
Results for “Breast Cancer”
Hear from our team
Shantanu Kolhe
Project Manager (Founder's Office)Rakshit Chopra
Growth/Founder's Office
Ubhay Avatsa
HR & Ops LeadAditya Nalawade
Video editorSonali Bhatnagar
Caregiver Mentorship LeadPriyansha
Growth & Strategy (CSR)Guyshirjit Singh
Sumedha Upadhyay
Growth & Strategy Lead
Aarthi Reddy
UI/UX LeadTripti
Social Media Manager
Ojasvita Dahare
PM (Founder's Office)
Abdus Azad
Tech EvanglistHrithik Shankar Naudiyal
Social Media and PR StrategistShreya Jain
Content & Research
Shruti Venkat
PM (Founder's Office)Zaid Khan
Ed TechSourav
Ed TechAyush
CSRMd Shami
Web Dev TechNews and Blogs
Frequently asked question
Look through some of oue frequently answered questions
| Symptom | Description |
|---|---|
| Abdominal Pain | Particularly in the upper right side |
| Nausea and Vomiting | Feeling sick and throwing up |
| Jaundice | Yellowing of the skin and eyes |
| Unexplained Weight Loss | Losing weight without trying |
| Fever | Elevated body temperature |
| Lumps in Abdomen | Noticeable masses in the abdominal area |
If you observe any of these symptoms, visit your healthcare professional for further evaluation and guidance.
Imaging Tests:
- Ultrasound: First-line imaging to detect abnormalities.
- CT Scans: Detailed cross-sectional images to check for spread.
- MRI: Detailed images of soft tissues, more precise than CT.
Blood Tests:
- Liver Function Tests: To detect abnormalities in liver enzymes.
- Tumor Markers: Elevated levels of substances like CA 19-9.
Biopsy:
- Fine-Needle Aspiration (FNA): Removing a small tissue sample for examination.
Symptoms: Common symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, jaundice, unexplained weight loss, fever, fatigue, dark urine, and pale stools. Consult a healthcare provider if you experience any of these.
Diagnosis: Confirmed through blood tests (liver function tests, CA 19-9), imaging tests (ultrasound, MRI, CT scan, PET scan), and biopsy.
Consultation: Essential for personalized assessment. Discuss symptoms, comorbidities (like diabetes or hypertension), and treatment options with your healthcare provider.
| Stage | T (Primary Tumor) | N (Regional Lymph Nodes) | M (Distant Metastasis) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 0 | Tis: Tumor only within the innermost layer of the gallbladder | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage I | T1: Tumor invades the lamina propria or muscularis | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIa | T2a: Tumor invades the fibrous tissue near the abdominal cavity lining | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIb | T2b: Tumor invades the fibrous tissue near the liver, but not the liver itself | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIIa | T3: Tumor invades the outermost covering of the gallbladder and/or nearby structures (liver, stomach, duodenum, colon, pancreas) | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIIb | T1-T3: Tumor invades up to the outermost covering of the gallbladder and/or nearby structures | N1: Metastasis in 1-3 regional lymph nodes | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IVa | T4: Tumor invades major blood vessels or two or more nearby organs | N0-N1: No or limited lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IVb | Any T: Any size/extent of the primary tumor | N2: Metastasis in 4 or more regional lymph nodes | M1: Distant Metastasis |
- Oncologist: Cancer specialist.
- Medical Oncologist: Specializes in cancer treatment using medications like chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
- Gastroenterologist: Digestive system specialist.
- Radiation Oncologist: Specializes in cancer treatment using radiation therapy to target and destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissue.
- Surgeon: Specialized in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery.
| Comorbidity | Potential Impact on Gallbladder Cancer Treatment |
|---|---|
| Diabetes | Affects treatment tolerance, can interfere with healing, may complicate surgery, and can interact with medications. |
| High Blood Pressure | Increases risk during surgery, can complicate anesthesia, may affect medication choices, and requires careful monitoring. |
| Chronic Pulmonary Disease | Affects breathing during surgery, can complicate anesthesia, may impact recovery, and requires specific management strategies. |
| Dementia | Complicates communication and consent processes, may interfere with treatment adherence, and necessitates tailored care plans. |
| Heart Disease | Increases risk during surgery, affects anesthesia tolerance, may complicate recovery, and requires cardiology consultation. |
| Obesity | Increases surgical risks, can complicate anesthesia, may affect healing, and requires specific management of comorbid conditions. |
- Targeted Therapies: Drugs that target specific cancer cells.
- Immunotherapy: Boosts the body’s natural defenses to fight cancer.
- Clinical Trials: Participation in new and experimental treatments.
- Recommendation: Getting a second opinion is recommended as it can confirm the diagnosis, validate the treatment plan, and offer alternative perspectives if there are concerns about the cancer stage or treatment urgency. Discussing any potential treatment delays with your healthcare team is crucial for understanding their impact on your prognosis and making informed decisions about your care.
| Treatment Option | When It's Used | What It Involves |
|---|---|---|
| Surgery | - Early-stage cancer. |
- Local spread that can be removed. | - Removing the gallbladder.
- Pain relief and antibiotics. | | Chemotherapy | - Advanced cancer.
- Post-surgery to kill remaining cells. | - Medicines like gemcitabine, cisplatin, capecitabine. | | Radiation Therapy | - Before surgery to shrink tumors.
- After surgery to kill leftover cells.
- To relieve symptoms. | - High-energy rays to target cancer cells. | | Targeted Therapy | - Cancer with specific genetic changes.
- When other treatments don’t work. | - Medicines like erlotinib, lapatinib, pembrolizumab. | | Palliative Care | - Any stage to manage symptoms.
- Improve quality of life. | - Pain relief, nausea control, dietary and emotional support. |
| Symptom | Description |
|---|---|
| Abdominal Pain | Particularly in the upper right side |
| Nausea and Vomiting | Feeling sick and throwing up |
| Jaundice | Yellowing of the skin and eyes |
| Unexplained Weight Loss | Losing weight without trying |
| Fever | Elevated body temperature |
| Lumps in Abdomen | Noticeable masses in the abdominal area |
If you observe any of these symptoms, visit your healthcare professional for further evaluation and guidance.
Imaging Tests:
- Ultrasound: First-line imaging to detect abnormalities.
- CT Scans: Detailed cross-sectional images to check for spread.
- MRI: Detailed images of soft tissues, more precise than CT.
Blood Tests:
- Liver Function Tests: To detect abnormalities in liver enzymes.
- Tumor Markers: Elevated levels of substances like CA 19-9.
Biopsy:
- Fine-Needle Aspiration (FNA): Removing a small tissue sample for examination.
Symptoms: Common symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, jaundice, unexplained weight loss, fever, fatigue, dark urine, and pale stools. Consult a healthcare provider if you experience any of these.
Diagnosis: Confirmed through blood tests (liver function tests, CA 19-9), imaging tests (ultrasound, MRI, CT scan, PET scan), and biopsy.
Consultation: Essential for personalized assessment. Discuss symptoms, comorbidities (like diabetes or hypertension), and treatment options with your healthcare provider.
| Stage | T (Primary Tumor) | N (Regional Lymph Nodes) | M (Distant Metastasis) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 0 | Tis: Tumor only within the innermost layer of the gallbladder | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage I | T1: Tumor invades the lamina propria or muscularis | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIa | T2a: Tumor invades the fibrous tissue near the abdominal cavity lining | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIb | T2b: Tumor invades the fibrous tissue near the liver, but not the liver itself | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIIa | T3: Tumor invades the outermost covering of the gallbladder and/or nearby structures (liver, stomach, duodenum, colon, pancreas) | N0: No lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IIIb | T1-T3: Tumor invades up to the outermost covering of the gallbladder and/or nearby structures | N1: Metastasis in 1-3 regional lymph nodes | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IVa | T4: Tumor invades major blood vessels or two or more nearby organs | N0-N1: No or limited lymph node involvement | M0: No distant metastasis |
| Stage IVb | Any T: Any size/extent of the primary tumor | N2: Metastasis in 4 or more regional lymph nodes | M1: Distant Metastasis |
- Oncologist: Cancer specialist.
- Medical Oncologist: Specializes in cancer treatment using medications like chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
- Gastroenterologist: Digestive system specialist.
- Radiation Oncologist: Specializes in cancer treatment using radiation therapy to target and destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissue.
- Surgeon: Specialized in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery.
| Comorbidity | Potential Impact on Gallbladder Cancer Treatment |
|---|---|
| Diabetes | Affects treatment tolerance, can interfere with healing, may complicate surgery, and can interact with medications. |
| High Blood Pressure | Increases risk during surgery, can complicate anesthesia, may affect medication choices, and requires careful monitoring. |
| Chronic Pulmonary Disease | Affects breathing during surgery, can complicate anesthesia, may impact recovery, and requires specific management strategies. |
| Dementia | Complicates communication and consent processes, may interfere with treatment adherence, and necessitates tailored care plans. |
| Heart Disease | Increases risk during surgery, affects anesthesia tolerance, may complicate recovery, and requires cardiology consultation. |
| Obesity | Increases surgical risks, can complicate anesthesia, may affect healing, and requires specific management of comorbid conditions. |
- Targeted Therapies: Drugs that target specific cancer cells.
- Immunotherapy: Boosts the body’s natural defenses to fight cancer.
- Clinical Trials: Participation in new and experimental treatments.
- Recommendation: Getting a second opinion is recommended as it can confirm the diagnosis, validate the treatment plan, and offer alternative perspectives if there are concerns about the cancer stage or treatment urgency. Discussing any potential treatment delays with your healthcare team is crucial for understanding their impact on your prognosis and making informed decisions about your care.
| Treatment Option | When It's Used | What It Involves |
|---|---|---|
| Surgery | - Early-stage cancer. |
- Local spread that can be removed. | - Removing the gallbladder.
- Pain relief and antibiotics. | | Chemotherapy | - Advanced cancer.
- Post-surgery to kill remaining cells. | - Medicines like gemcitabine, cisplatin, capecitabine. | | Radiation Therapy | - Before surgery to shrink tumors.
- After surgery to kill leftover cells.
- To relieve symptoms. | - High-energy rays to target cancer cells. | | Targeted Therapy | - Cancer with specific genetic changes.
- When other treatments don’t work. | - Medicines like erlotinib, lapatinib, pembrolizumab. | | Palliative Care | - Any stage to manage symptoms.
- Improve quality of life. | - Pain relief, nausea control, dietary and emotional support. |
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