K-Way Newsletter - November 2025

Message from the Editor

Dr. Kavitha Sundaravadanam
Senior Family Physician

Our dear K-Way family members,

November is indeed a month to remind us of the importance of gratitude and appreciation. Thanksgiving serves as a powerful reminder to reflect on blessings and acknowledge the good things in life.

Yes, reading K-Way this morning with a sip of coffee is also a blessing.

We, the K-Way team, thank our dear Executive Director Dr Aravindan Sir for his vision of creating a digital awareness platform to allow every patient from across the globe to get access to Kauvery.

We also thank our ardent readers and the K-Way team for their support.

We all love our family and friends but the recent trend is to show love through emojis 🥰rather than through a real emotional connect. Sometimes, we are caught up with routine work and may neglect to balance work, family and friends. [Read full message]

Monsoon and Pneumonia

Introduction

Pneumonia is a serious lung infection that affects millions of people worldwide each year. It occurs when bacteria, viruses or fungi infect the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs, causing them to fill with fluids or pus.

This leads to difficulty in breathing, fever and cough. Although pneumonia can affect anyone, it is particularly dangerous for young children, elderly people and those with a weakened immune system.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month – Let’s Talk About the Most Preventable Cancer

November is observed globally as Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to unite patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in the fight against one of the most common and deadly cancers. Lung cancer accounts for nearly one in five cancer deaths worldwide, yet it is also among the most preventable and treatable when detected early.

Beyond Blood Sugar: Building Metabolic Wellness for a Healthier Future

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is no longer viewed as an isolated disorder of glucose metabolism; it represents a systemic metabolic dysfunction. India, home to over 100 million individuals with diabetes, with an even larger group of nearly 135 million individuals with prediabetes, faces a dual challenge: rising incidence and younger age at onset. Traditional diabetes care — focused on glucose control and pharmacotherapy — has improved outcomes but failed to curb the epidemic’s growth.

Premenstrual Syndrome

Premenstrual syndrome refers to the physical, emotional and behavioural  symptoms that occur in the days before your menstrual period.

A Complete Guide to Understanding Fatty Liver

As a doctor working in the master health checkup OP, one of the most common findings in all USG reports across all patient demographics is the presence of “mild fatty liver” or “grade I fatty liver”.

In this article, let us attempt to break down what fatty liver is, how a diagnosis is made, causes, staging and finally the treatment.

World Immunisation Day 2025

Every Child and Teen Counts — Beyond Diagnosis, Toward Health, Protection, and Inclusion

Every child and teen has the right to the highest attainable standard of health and well-being. Achieving this depends on our collective effort to build safe, inclusive environments, ensure access to healthcare and education, and provide equal opportunities for all children and adolescents to grow and participate fully in life.

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims – Every 3rd Sunday of November

Every year, on the third Sunday of November, the global community observes the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, a day to honour those who lost their lives or were seriously injured on the roads, and to recognise the emergency responders, healthcare teams, families and communities affected. For those of us working in emergency medicine in Chennai, this is more than a symbolic date; it is a reminder of how many lives we touch, how many losses we witness, and how many opportunities there are for prevention.

Hyperuricaemia

What Is Uric Acid?

Uric acid is a metabolic waste that is found in the blood. It is formed as a result of purine breakdown. (Purines are substances that occur naturally in the body and are also present in some foods.)

When Your Nose Drips More Than a Cold: Understanding CSF Rhinorrhea

Imagine one day you notice a clear, watery fluid dripping from one nostril — especially when you lean forward or blow your nose. You may think it’s just an allergy or a runny nose — but what if it isn’t? What if that fluid is actually your brain fluid leaking?

This condition is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea. It’s rare, but important to know about — because untreated, it can lead to serious complications. Let’s understand it in simple terms.

What is PET CT Scan? Is it for Humans or Animals? | Kauvery Hospital Chennai | Tamil Shorts

A PET CT scan is one of the most advanced imaging tools in modern medicine, helping doctors detect and monitor diseases with precision.

But what exactly is it, and how does it work?

Dr. Iyappan Ponnuswamy, Medical Director, Kauvery Hospital Chennai, explains its purpose, process, and importance in accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Patient Experience

Very efficient Emergency team & an excellent care in ICU. Special mention to night duty sister Krishna in ICU. Immediate attention & decisions made by Dr.Muralidharan Parthasarathy & Dr Sekar together paved the way for a rapid, accurate and a conservative treatment plan. My sincere and deep gratitude to both Dr Muralidharan & Dr Sekar. Many thanks to Gastro & Vascular Team members including Dr John and Sanjay. Treatment was well followed up Post ICU. Special mention to nurses Dharani, Yamuna, Jamuna, Gugan, and Agasthiya. Thanks to all dietitians who devised my diet which helped me to recover swiftly and the diet suggestions to be followed at home. Food arrived on time always. An excellent service provided by Kauvery Hospital Caterers. Discharge procedure went smoothly with the help of Ms. Deepika, floor manager.

Housekeeping staff Evangaline was simply the best. Athilakshmi was very helpful. Thank you Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet Unit for an advanced and efficient health care service to the community.

– V.S