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.
Unspecified jaundice is where you or your eyes turn yellow because of an accumulation of bilirubin in blood although it may not be shown in your initial tests. Old red blood cells are destroyed and the bilirubin is formed, which a healthy liver eliminates normally. In the case of liver dysfunction or obstruction in bile circulation and no obvious etiology is discovered in the course of routine examination, the case is called -unspecified.-
He examines all your past medical history, medicines, whether you consume alcohol or not and whether you have epigastric pain or pain in the upper abdomen.
We test bilirubin, liver enzymes (ALT, AST, ALP), complete blood count to exclude hemolysis and liver enzymes hepatitis panels to eliminate viral etiologies.
In case of inconclusive lab and imaging, he can suggest a liver biopsy in order to examine the tissue at hand and identify the cause of your jaundice.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1.5K 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.
It implies that you have yellowing of the skin or eyes, but the cause is not yet known. Further testing is needed.
It may result from early liver disease, side effects of drugs, or mild infections.
Doctors use blood tests, imaging scans, and occasionally endoscopy or liver biopsy to determine the cause.
Yes. Adopting a liver-friendly diet, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol are recommended.
Seek immediate medical attention if your skin or eyes turn yellow, your urine becomes dark, or you experience itching or abdominal pain.
Yes. Eating clean foods, avoiding alcohol, and staying hydrated support liver recovery.
Yes. Jaundice can indicate liver or bile duct problems. Early medical care provides the best outcomes.
