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 symptom pattern, diet, medications, alcohol use, stress factors, and any prior GI issues.
We check CBC, liver enzymes, amylase and lipase to assess for pancreatitis or other inflammatory causes.
In select cases, EUS (endoscopic ultrasound) or H. pylori breath test/biopsy may be performed to confirm less common diagnoses.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 755 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 pancreatic cysts are benign and pose little risk. However, a small percentage can progress to cancer. Dr. Pothuri tailors your monitoring plan based on cyst type and individual risk factors.
Diagnosis involves CT or MRI imaging, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and fluid analysis. Follow-up intervals-usually every 6-12 months-depend on cyst size, features, and cancer risk.
Many cysts cause no symptoms. When present, you may experience upper abdominal pain, bloating, indigestion, nausea, unexplained weight loss, or new-onset diabetes.
Dr. Bharat Pothuri at GastroDoxs in Houston specializes in pancreatic cyst evaluation and management, using advanced tools like EUS and FibroScan® for personalized care.
Diet and lifestyle changes cannot shrink existing cysts but support overall pancreatic health and may reduce inflammation or progression risks.
Low-risk cysts typically require imaging every 6-12 months. Higher-risk or suspicious cysts may need more frequent monitoring to detect changes early.
No. Many cysts are safely monitored over time. Surgery or minimally invasive ablation is reserved for large, symptomatic, or high-risk cysts to prevent malignancy.
