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.
He reviews your bleeding history, medication use (especially blood thinners), family history of vascular lesions, and symptoms such as visible blood or unexplained fatigue.
A complete blood count (CBC) checks for anemia, and iron studies assess iron stores. Additional labs rule out other causes of gastrointestinal blood loss.
Conventional angiography can both pinpoint the bleeding vessel and permit embolization in cases of persistent or severe hemorrhage.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.5K 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.
Colon angioectasias are small, fragile blood vessels in the lining of the colon that can swell and bleed.
The main factors include aging, heart or kidney disease, use of blood thinners, and family history of vascular issues.
Eating iron-rich foods and staying hydrated supports recovery and helps manage anemia but cannot prevent angioectasias from forming.
The ICD-10 code for colon angioectasias is K31.8, which is used in medical records and for insurance purposes.
Treatment options range from lifestyle modifications and iron supplements to endoscopic therapies such as argon plasma coagulation or band ligation.
Yes. Regular follow-up visits are important to monitor for new bleeding sites and ensure your treatment plan remains effective.
