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.
Fecal incontinence- It implies that you do not have complete control over the movement of your bowels. You can pass stool or have the sensation of urgent urgency that you cannot contain. This may result in stress, humiliation and restrict your day to day living. The good news? The majority of individuals are improved with the appropriate care.
He examines your symptoms, bowel habits, diet, any prior childbirth or surgical history and any other previous treatment. A mild rectal examination determines the sphincter tone and strength of pelvic floor muscles.
This examinations detect muscle or nerve weakness by measuring anal sphincter and rectal pressure and coordination on the anal sphincter and rectum when at rest and squeeze effort.
High-resolution ultrasound images reveal tears, defects, or scarring in the internal and external anal sphincters.
We measure the speed at which you pass stool through your colon by the movement of radiopaque markers or the movement of wireless motility capsules to reveal the motility disabilities.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.4K 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.
This can be a result of weak pelvic floor muscles, nerve damage (after childbirth or surgery), chronic constipation or diarrhea, aging, and previous rectal procedures.
Wearing a high-fiber diet, staying hydrated, engaging in pelvic floor exercises, and taking prescribed medications or undergoing biofeedback can help manage urges and prevent leakage.
A combination of lifestyle changes, pelvic rehabilitation, medications, and minimally invasive treatments resolves problems for most patients, providing significant improvement or complete control.
Dr. Bharat Pothuri, gastroenterologist with board certification, at GastroDoxs, is a leading specialist in pelvic floor disorders and advanced non-operative treatments in Houston.
Most insurance programs cover diagnostic tests and treatments for fecal incontinence. Our team will assist with benefits verification and pre-authorizations before treatment begins.
The first improvements are usually noticed within several weeks of starting the personalized plan. Full benefits are typically achieved within two to three months of treatment.
Sacral nerve stimulation is generally safe. Mild soreness at the implant site is the most common side effect. Serious complications are rare, and Dr. Pothuri will explain all precautions.
