K-Way Newsletter - August 2026

Message from the Editor

Dr. Kavitha Sundaravadanam
Senior Family Physician

Dear enthusiastic K-Way readers,

As we enter the month of August, named after Augustus Caesar, an emperor whose history is still thought about today, let’s pause and ask: what made historic people like him different?

It wasn’t just power or empire. It was self-reflection.

The conscious process of witnessing and evaluating your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours is called reflection. It acts as an internal mirror. Not to judge you, but to help you see yourself clearly. [Read full message]

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The Jaw-Heart Connection: A Symptom You Shouldn’t Ignore

Could Your Jaw Pain Be a Warning Sign for Your Heart?

When most people think of a heart attack, they picture crushing chest pain. However, up to 1 in 5 heart attack patients experience pain in unusual places, most commonly the jaw, neck, throat, or upper back, without feeling heavy pressure in the chest.

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Urinary Incontinence

What Is Urinary Incontinence (UI)?

The involuntary or accidental loss of control of bladder is urinary incontinence, i.e., the patient leaks urine without their control.

Are All Urinary Incontinences the Same? If Not, What Are the Types of UI?

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Nosebleeds: When Should You Worry?

A sudden nosebleed can be alarming. Whether it happens to a child during play, an adult at work, or an elderly person at home, the sight of blood often causes panic. Fortunately, most nosebleeds are harmless and stop with simple first aid. However, some may signal an underlying health problem that should not be ignored. Knowing what to do and when to seek medical help can make all the difference.

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Desidustat in Chronic Kidney Disease: A New Era in the Management of Renal Anaemia

Introduction

Anaemia is one of the most common complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD), affecting quality of life, exercise tolerance, cardiovascular health, and overall survival. Traditionally, the management of CKD-associated anaemia  has relied on iron supplementation, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs), and blood transfusions. The emergence of hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors (HIF-PHIs) has transformed the treatment landscape. Desidustat is India’s first indigenous HIF-PHI approved for the treatment of anaemia associated with CKD.

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Cyclosporiasis: Unexpected Guests in Your “Healthy” Salads

Fresh produce used to make salads have always been a cornerstone of healthy meals. Eating raw salads can offer better hydration and availability of heat-sensitive vitamins, but occasionally these fresh fruits and vegetables can become the carriers of invisible parasites.

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Ageing Gracefully: What Really Keeps You Looking Young?

We all wish we could slow down the clock. While nobody has discovered the secret to stopping ageing, modern science has shown us something even more practical: we can age better.

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Kuralum Maruthuvamum | Part – 4

மிகினும் குறையினும் நோய்செய்யும் நூலோர்
வளிமுதலா எண்ணிய மூன்று.

In traditional medicine, Vatham, Pitham and Kabam are three fundamental forces that influence the body’s health. Thiruvalluvar reminds us that when any one of them is either excessive or deficient, the body’s natural balance is disturbed, leading to illness.

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Patient Experience

Thank you so much Dr Pushkala for taking such good care of our daughter, Kaviya. Your treatment, guidance, and kind words gave us hope and confidence throughout her illness. She is recovering well now, and we are truly grateful for everything you have done. Thank you for your care, dedication, and support. With heartfelt thanks.

– L.S

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