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.
Our sample will be collected cervical cells to screen against the high risk HPV strains and identify precancerous changes solely on one sample.
Collection of cervical cells to screen for high-risk HPV strains and detect precancerous changes on a single sample.
In symptomatic men with high-risk exposures, we can do swab-based HPV testing or visually screen and biopsy the lesions in the genital area or the anus.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 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.
Yes. HPV is transmitted via close skin-to-skin contact. Condom use reduces the risk of transmission, although it is not completely effective in preventing it.
Its efficiency is greatest when administered prior to any contact with HPV strains. The vaccine effect is diminished in individuals aged 26-65 who may have already been exposed to one or more covered strains.
The majority of healthy people eliminate HPV within 1-2 years. High-risk strains can be persistent and require continuous monitoring.
HPV screening for men is not routine. Testing may be suggested by a provider if there are symptoms, lesions, or high-risk factors.
Genital warts themselves are not serious but indicate active infection. Treating the warts helps alleviate discomfort and reduces the risk of HPV spread.
Yes. Some high-risk HPV types can lead to anal, penile, or oropharyngeal cancers—especially in men who have sex with men or those with weakened immunity.
