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.
Eosinophilic gastritis is a rare inflammatory disorder in which eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) accumulate in the stomach lining. Under normal conditions, eosinophils help fight infections, but excessive buildup causes swelling, tissue damage, and a range of digestive symptoms.
He reviews your symptom timeline, dietary habits, allergy history (asthma, eczema), and any family history of eosinophilic or allergic disorders.
We measure peripheral eosinophil counts, check for elevated IgE levels, and rule out parasitic or infectious causes of eosinophilia.
An endoscope examines the stomach lining directly. Targeted biopsies are taken to confirm eosinophil infiltration and grade the severity of inflammation.
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.
Food allergies and immune system dysfunction are the most common triggers. A personal or family history of asthma, eczema, or other allergic conditions can also increase risk.
Diagnosis combines blood tests for elevated eosinophils, allergy testing, and an upper endoscopy with biopsy to confirm eosinophil infiltration in the stomach lining.
Sometimes yes. Eliminating trigger foods under a dietitian's guidance can relieve symptoms, but many patients also require medication to fully control inflammation.
No. Eosinophilic gastritis affects the stomach lining, whereas eosinophilic esophagitis involves eosinophil buildup in the esophagus.
Untreated disease may lead to ulcers, scarring, strictures, and malabsorption, causing weight loss and nutritional deficiencies.
Coverage depends on your plan. Our team at GastroDoxs can verify benefits and handle the appropriate ICD-10 coding (K52.81) for you.
