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 asks about the onset, location, and severity of your epigastric pain, as well as travel history, dietary exposures, and close contacts with known infections.
He palpates the upper abdomen to check for tenderness, examines for signs of jaundice, and assesses liver size and consistency.
Rarely, further studies such as elastography, CT scan, or referral for specialist imaging may be ordered to clarify atypical presentations.
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.
Most people recover in 4 to 8 weeks. Full healing can take up to 6 months.
Yes. You should rest and stay home to avoid spreading the virus.
If given within 2 weeks of contact, the vaccine or immune globulin can help prevent illness.
It's usually mild in children, but vaccination is important to stop the spread.
Yes, but stick to light meals and avoid alcohol or greasy foods.
Yes. Once you've had hepatitis A, your body builds lifelong immunity.
