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 discusses your epigastric pain, timing of symptoms, NSAID use, stress factors and any family history of ulcers or stomach disease.
For severe or persistent epigastric pain, he performs an upper endoscopy to visually inspect the stomach lining and collect tissue samples. Biopsies are tested for bacterial presence and any ulceration.
After completing therapy, a repeat breath or stool test confirms that H. pylori has been fully eradicated.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.6K 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.
It's a bacterial infection of the stomach confirmed with a urea breath test, stool antigen test, blood test, or endoscopy when needed.
Common symptoms include burning or aching stomach pain, bloating, nausea, frequent burping, early satiety, weight loss, and fatigue.
The bacteria can spread person-to-person through saliva, shared utensils, or via contaminated food and water.
Treatment typically consists of a 10- to 14-day course of two antibiotics plus acid-suppressing medication.
Dr. Pothuri may retest for H. pylori and adjust your medication regimen if needed to achieve eradication.
Yes. Eating smaller, frequent meals; avoiding spicy, greasy foods, caffeine, and alcohol; staying hydrated; and maintaining a balanced diet support recovery.
Most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover diagnostic tests and medications. Our team can verify your benefits.
