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Top Fatty Liver Doctor - Dr. Bharat Pothuri

Find diverse fatty liver solutions with Houston Dr. Bharat Pothuri. His professional attitude includes ultrasound and FibroScan diagnosis, individual diet, physical exercises, and evidence-based drugs that enable patients to enhance the health of their liver, decrease fat accumulation, and suppress the development of the disease.

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About the Expert

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.

Common Causes and Risk Factors

Obesity or overweight
Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance
High cholesterol or triglycerides
Heavy alcohol use (alcoholic fatty liver)
Metabolic syndrome or MASH (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease)
Rapid weight loss or poor nutrition

Signs and Symptoms

Often none in early stages
Tiredness or weakness
Mild pain or fullness in the upper right belly
Unexplained weight loss
Swelling in legs or abdomen (advanced disease)

Expert Treatment for Fatty Liver by Dr. Bharat Pothuri

Dr. Pothuri uses a clear and thorough process:

Medical History and Physical Exam

He talks about your general health, lifestyle, alcohol consumption and any risk factors in a bid to have a closer look at your health.

Blood Tests

We also test your liver enzymes and ensure that you do not have other potential causes of liver problems with a full-scale blood test.

Imaging Tests

Liver ultrasound is done to find out the alteration of liver echogenicity and texture. Non-invasive FibroScan can also be applied to measure the liver stiffness withoutsurgery.

Advanced Testing (If Needed)

Very infrequently, a liver biopsy can be suggested to be able to confirm alleviation or to evaluate liver damage. This procedure is unnecessary to the majority of patients.

Treatment

Our Team offers a full range of care for fatty liver disease.

1. Modifications in Lifestyle and Diet

Individualized eating plans to cut sugar and unhealthy fats.
Physical activities to sustain gradual, healthy weight loss.
Advice on how to reduce liver enzymes through diet and exercise.

2. Medications

We follow the most current national and FDA guidelines for fatty liver disease.
FDA-approved medicines to reduce inflammation and manage cholesterol when necessary.

3. Little or High-end Surgery

Non-surgical monitoring of liver stiffness using FibroScan.
Availability of clinical trials for NASH/MASH therapies.
Endoscopic surgery for cases with severe scarring.

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Patients Treated

Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 9K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.

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Years of Experience

With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients

About the Author

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes a fatty liver?

Poor diet, obesity, diabetes, alcohol, or some medicines are some of the causes of fat accumulation in the liver.

What can I do to decrease my liver enzymes?

Consume a balanced diet, exercise, and avoid excessive alcohol. Dr. Pothuri develops a strategy that can be used to reduce liver enzymes.

What are the evidence of hepatic echogenicity?

A fatty liver ultrasound or FibroScan is a non-surgical method of measuring the echogenic changes in the liver.

Does it have a drug to treat fatty liver disease?

Yes. When lifestyle changes are inadequate, FDA-approved drugs for treating fatty liver disease can be used.

How many years does a NASH liver disease patient live?

It varies by stage. NASH can be treated with diet and exercise in its early stage. Dr. Pothuri will discuss your personal prognosis.

Do I need a biopsy?

Most patients avoid biopsy. Unless there is suspicion of advanced disease, diagnosis is made through blood tests, imaging, and non-invasive scans.

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