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 examines your symptoms-upper abdominal pain, early fullness, nausea, or vomiting-and inquires about medications (proton pump inhibitors, NSAIDs), exposure to H. pylori, family history of gastric disease, etc.
Blood work testing of anemia (complete blood count, iron studies) and screens of H. pylori infection. These tests aid in the detection of the presence of latent bleeding or infection that could be a cause of the pain in the epigastrium.
Specific biopsies are done on areas of suspicion. The tissue is studied in order to determine the type of polyp, (fundic gland, hyperplastic, adenoma), whether dysplasia is present and also to determine the risk of cancer. This procedure also sets the ICD-10 K31.83 in the records and insurance standards.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 2.1K 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.
Gastric polyps are tiny proliferations of the stomach lining. Their development is commonly related to chronic gastritis, infection with H. pylori, prolonged proton pump inhibitor use, and inherited conditions.
The majority of gastric polyps are non-malignant. However, some types—such as adenomas—have a small potential for cancerous transformation, which justifies biopsy and regular follow-up.
Dr. Pothuri uses upper endoscopy to directly visualize the stomach lining and may perform a biopsy to determine the polyp type and check for any cancerous changes.
Yes. Eating smaller, less frequent meals; avoiding spicy or acidic foods; reducing alcohol consumption; and eliminating tobacco can help reduce irritation and maintain stomach health.
The ICD-10 code for gastric polyps is K31.83, which is used for accurate medical documentation and insurance claims.
The most common types are fundic gland polyps, hyperplastic polyps, and adenomas—each with distinct causes and varying cancer risks.
Follow-up frequency depends on the size, type, and pathology of the polyp. Dr. Pothuri will recommend a personalized endoscopy schedule to monitor for recurrence or new gr
