Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the founder of GastroDoxs. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
A change in bowel habit means your usual bathroom routine has shifted. You might find yourself going more or less often, passing harder or looser stools, or noticing a change in stool shape. These alterations can last for weeks or even months.
He reviews your usual bowel pattern, diet, stressors, medication use and red-flag signs (blood, weight loss).
Stool studies for infection, inflammation markers (CRP), blood count for anemia, thyroid and metabolic panels.
Colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy to inspect the colon, take biopsies for IBD, IBS or malignancy work-up.
Provides you with appropriate ICD-10 codes and assists with insurance or work documentation.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 3.2K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
If you notice blood in your stool, unexplained weight loss, or severe pain lasting more than two weeks, you should schedule a visit with Dr. Pothuri.
Yes. Stress and anxiety can alter gut motility and trigger symptoms like diarrhea or constipation, often seen in IBS.
Many patients begin to improve within a few weeks after making recommended diet and lifestyle changes or starting medication.
Not always. Dr. Pothuri may suggest one if you have red-flag symptoms (like blood in stool) or are over age 50.
Soluble fiber (oats, bananas) often helps firm stools, while insoluble fiber (bran) can sometimes worsen diarrhea for sensitive individuals.
Dr. Pothuri can provide the appropriate ICD-10 code and assist with any paperwork required by your insurer or employer.
They can be. Probiotics support healthy gut flora, and Dr. Pothuri will recommend the best strains based on your specific symptoms.
