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.
Fecal incontinence means you can't fully control your bowel movements. You may leak stool or feel a sudden urge you can't hold. This can cause stress, embarrassment, and limit your daily life. The good news? Most people feel better with the right care.
He reviews your symptoms, bowel habits, diet, past childbirth or surgeries, and any prior treatments. A gentle rectal exam assesses sphincter tone and pelvic floor muscle strength.
This test measures pressure and coordination of the anal sphincter and rectum during rest and squeeze efforts, helping to identify muscle or nerve dysfunction.
High-resolution ultrasound images reveal tears, defects, or scarring in the internal and external anal sphincters.
By tracking radiopaque markers or using wireless motility capsules, we evaluate how quickly stool moves through your colon to uncover motility disorders.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.4K 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.
Weak pelvic floor muscles, nerve damage (after childbirth or surgery), chronic constipation or diarrhea, aging, and prior rectal procedures can all contribute.
Adopting a fiber-rich diet, staying hydrated, doing pelvic floor exercises, and using prescribed medications or biofeedback therapy helps control urges and prevent leaks.
Many patients achieve significant improvement or full control with a combination of lifestyle changes, pelvic rehabilitation, medications, and minimally invasive treatments designed by Dr. Pothuri.
Dr. Bharat Pothuri, a board-certified gastroenterologist at GastroDoxs, is Houston's leading expert in pelvic floor disorders and advanced non-surgical therapies.
Most insurance plans cover diagnostic testing and therapies for fecal incontinence. Our staff verifies your benefits and pre-authorizations before you begin.
Many patients notice initial relief within a few weeks of starting their personalized plan. Full benefits typically develop over two to three months of therapy.
Sacral nerve stimulation is generally safe. The most common side effect is mild soreness at the implant site. Serious complications are rare, and Dr. Pothuri will discuss all precautions with you.
