Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Diverticular bleeding is the leakage of the small protrusions (diverticulosis) of the colon wall. These pouches grow over time that is, after an age of more than 40 years and when the blood vessel in your body is elevated and consequently breaks open, your stool will be of bright red colour or maroon.
He will examine your blood transfusions, colon problems, medications (blood thinners or NSAIDs), diet and family history and then will make directed abdominal and rectal examination.
Full blood count to determine the hemoglobin/hematocrit with regards to the presence of anemia, coagulation laboratory to determine the pursuit of bleeding, and basic metabolic panel.
Has a colonoscopic assessment to detect and possibly rectify the bleeding diverticulum using clips or thermal therapy.
In severe cases, the bleeding vessel may be identified by means of selective mesenteric angiography and blocked with the help of embolization.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Diverticular bleeding typically resolves within 1–2 days on its own. However, Dr. Rishi Chadha monitors each case closely and intervenes if necessary to ensure safe recovery.
In some cases, bleeding can be heavy or recurrent. Early medical evaluation and treatment help prevent complications and support full recovery.
Get adequate rest, follow a clear-liquid or light diet, stay well hydrated, and avoid NSAIDs. Contact your doctor immediately if bleeding persists or worsens.
Diverticular bleeding is typically painless and originates from the colon, while hemorrhoids usually cause pain, itching, or irritation around the rectum.
It may appear as bright red or maroon-colored blood in the stool or toilet bowl, often occurring without pain or other symptoms.
Yes. A colonoscopy is performed to locate the source of bleeding and can also treat it through endoscopic clipping during the same procedure.
A high-fiber diet helps lower pressure inside the colon and may reduce the risk of bleeding, though it does not eliminate it completely.
Endoscopic clipping is considered very safe. Rarely, mild side effects such as infection or small tears may occur. Dr. Chadha’s team takes every precaution to ensure patient safety.
Most patients recover within 1–2 days after the bleeding stops or is successfully treated, and can return to normal activities shortly thereafter.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Rishi Chadha at GastroDoxs, please call our Houston office or fill out the online appointment request form on our website.
