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 health history, NSAID and alcohol use, lifestyle factors, and details of your epigastric pain before performing a focused abdominal exam.
We check for anemia, inflammation markers, and rule out other causes of upper-abdominal discomfort.
An upper endoscopy lets Dr. Pothuri inspect your stomach lining directly. He can take small tissue samples to confirm gastritis, check for ulcers, or rule out other conditions.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 6.8K 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.
Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining, often caused by infections, NSAIDs, alcohol, or stress.
Typical signs include upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and a feeling of fullness.
Diagnosis uses medical history, blood tests, H. pylori testing, and often an upper endoscopy with biopsy.
A bacterium called Helicobacter pylori infects the stomach lining, leading to chronic inflammation.
Treatment may include acid-reducing medications (PPIs or H2 blockers), antibiotics for H. pylori, and lifestyle changes.
Yes-eating smaller, non-spicy meals, avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and NSAIDs can reduce irritation.
Most cases improve with treatment, but chronic untreated gastritis can lead to ulcers or increased cancer risk.
Symptoms often improve within days; full healing may take 4-8 weeks, depending on cause and compliance.
Seek specialist care if you have severe pain, bleeding (black stools or vomiting blood), or symptoms lasting over two weeks.
Severe stress can contribute by increasing stomach acid and reducing blood flow to the stomach lining.
