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 bowel habits, straining patterns, prior surgeries or injuries, and any pelvic discomfort.
A careful abdominal and digital rectal exam evaluates for tenderness, tone abnormalities, prolapse, or palpable masses.
Endoscopic inspection locates one or more ulcers. Tissue samples confirm ulceration and exclude other conditions.
When pelvic dysfunction is suspected, specialized imaging (defecography) or anorectal manometry assesses muscle coordination and rectal emptying.
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.
SRUS is usually caused by chronic straining during bowel movements, ongoing constipation or hard stools, pelvic floor muscle problems, and rectal prolapse. These factors damage the rectal lining and lead to ulcers.
Common signs include blood in the stool or on toilet paper, mucus discharge, a feeling of incomplete evacuation, pain or pressure during bowel movements, and a frequent urge to go even when the rectum is empty.
Improving your diet-eating more fiber, drinking plenty of water, and maintaining regular bowel habits-helps many patients heal. However, some people also need medication, biofeedback, or other therapies for full recovery.
No. Most patients respond well to conservative measures such as diet modification, pelvic floor retraining, and topical treatments. Surgery is reserved for severe or persistent cases that don't improve with less invasive therapies.
Many patients experience relief within 4 to 8 weeks of starting treatment. The exact timeline varies based on ulcer severity, underlying factors, and adherence to lifestyle changes and therapies.
No, solitary rectal ulcer syndrome is not cancerous. However, any rectal bleeding should be evaluated by a specialist to rule out other conditions, including malignancies.
