Dr. Robert Knox
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Leitchfield, KY
39 years experience male
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Leitchfield, KY
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Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Bluegrass Family Health, Inc
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About
Bio
I am an ear, nose and throat surgeon with over 20 years of clinical practice experience. My special interests include treatments for snoring and nasal/sinus surgery for stuffy noses and blocked sinuses. Treatment of skin lesions, Botox and dermal fillers for wrinkles.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Licenses
United States: Kentucky
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
303 Answers
251 Agrees
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A 24-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Knoxanswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Ear Bleeding: A bleeding ear is most commonly seen after something is put in the ear, q-tip? Or a ruptured eardrum. Have you been putting something into your ear or... Read More
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A 37-year-old female asked:
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Laryngitis inflammat: When laryngitis occurs without pain, consider an irritation that comes and goes -- the most common are voice overuse and reflux of acid from the stoma... Read More
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A 28-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Coughing at Night: Coughing is often worse at night or first thing in the morning when acute bronchitis is associated with mouth breathing from a stuffy nose or reflux o... Read More
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A 18-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Throat Being Cut: Swallowing should not hurt. Need to know more about "cut". I suspect you have had a recent viral throat infection. If symptom is more chronic, try pri... Read More
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A 53-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Ear Wax Removal: Debrox is the #1 branded peroxide eardrop used in america. It is also available in many non-branded peroxide irrigation wax removal kits. Give the dro... Read More
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A 18-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Missed Antibiotics: If you stopped taking the antibiotics more than a week ago, don't resume. Antibiotics should always be taken for the full course prescribed. Whatever ... Read More
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Sore Gums: Sore gums mean irritated or inflamed gums. This may happen briefly during the mid-cycle hormonal surge, but is uncommonly the cause of sore gums. Go s... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Barking Hearing Loss: No, a barking dog will most definitely not cause a hearing loss. Noise greater than 90 decibels, and then over a prolonged time period, depending upon... Read More
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A 22-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Tooth Pulled: A tooth socket should heal in two - three weeks after the tooth is pulled. Gargling with salt water should help keep the socket clean, until the hole ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Snoring and Behavior: If snoring is so severe, that is the airway is so severely blocked, this may disrupt quality of sleep. Both upper airway resistance syndrome and sleep... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Stop Snoring: There are many approaches to help lessen snoring. Sleeping with the head elevated, sleeping on the side, avoiding alcohol before bedtime, treating nas... Read More
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A 22-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Wisdom teeth removal: Drink plenty of fluids, and gargle with warm salt water ( 1 teaspoon / 16 ounces of warm water) . The open socket should heal in about 14 days. If dra... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Malaria Fever: Malaria causes a recurrent, generally high grade fever, generalized weakness, and weight loss. If you have recently traveled to an area known for mala... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Change in Taste: A change in the sensation of the throat, nose, and chest can occur with a recent viral infection, such as influenza or parainfluenza. Try using saline... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Migraines: Migraine headaches are blood vessel pain. A cycle of constriction, followed by dilation is the norm. Usually, the pain is one-sided, and located behin... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Tonsils Not Better: Most episodes of tonsillitis are viral in origin. If you are on an antibiotic, and the infection is not getting better, suspect another cause than bac... Read More
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A 40-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Sinus Infections: Generally, sinus infections are not contagious beyond the time period of one of the main causes, a recent viral infection. During the viral phase, the... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Nasal Decongestants: Generally, there is no problem taking nasal decongestants with carbamazepine.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Tonsillectomy Rest: After tonsillectomy, most individuals experience a severe sore throat for five - ten days. Activity should be limited to decrease the risk of bleeding... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Tetanus Vaccine: The schedule for tetanus vaccine:
children - 2, 4, 6, and 15 - 18 months, then between 4 -6 years of age, with a booster every 10 years;
adults not... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Otosclerosis: Otosclerosis generally equals stiffening of the ear bones by depositing bone around the oval window / stapes (inner of the three ear bones). This stif... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Knoxanswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Laser for Tinnitus: A "laser" will not help tinnitus. Go see an ENT doctor and have your hearing checked, completion of a medical history and an ear exam.
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Tingly Nose: Anything that irritates the nerve endings in the tip of the nose may make it tingle. One of the most common is hyperventilation, but allergies or any ... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Thumb Sucking Carpal: Thumb sucking will not cause carpal tunnel syndrome. Suspect other issues.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Anti-Itching Anthist: Antihistamine block the release of histamine, the chemical that causes itching - they stop itching by this mechanism.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Revive after stop : Generally, someone can be "revived" for up to ten minutes after stopped breathing, if they are at common body temperature. However, brain damage will... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Blocked throat: If you're having a hard time breathing and feel your throat is clogged, go see a doctor very soon.
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A 44-year-old male asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Blood in Sputum: A tear in the blood vessels in the base of the tongue can cause bleeding, but it is not high up on my list. Go see an ENT for a complete history and e... Read More
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A 42-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Thyroid lumps: Usually lumps in the thyroid do not cause pain, but they can be associated with pain, if the thyroid gland is inflamed. It is common for an inflamed t... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Blurry Vision / Dizz: Many things are associated with blurry vision and with dizziness. If this happens with any frequency, best to start with an eye examination. If everyt... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Periods don't cause.: Generally, getting a nosebleed is about having an irritation inside the nasal cavities, where the blood supply is rich. During your period, hormone le... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Trachoma: Trachoma is caused by a bacterium, chlamydia trachomatis, spread by contact with discharge from the eyes or nose of someone infected. If you suspect, ... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
White cough is mucus: Whenever you cough, mucus in your airways and lungs is being brought up (expectorated). The color indicates cells are present in your mucus. Try drink... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Stuffy nose 1 month: Most infants have a stuffy nose. Unfortunately, they are only able to breathe through their noses, not their mouths, unless they are crying. Try sucti... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Itching Neck: Itching is usually due to release of histamine. This may be blocked by taking an antihistamine. Topical irritants / allergens may be found in soaps, d... Read More
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Is CPAP working well: There are many reasons for low energy, but one is poor sleep quality. Your husband should have a sleep study performed with the CPAP mask attached to ... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Raw nose skin: Most likely an ingrown hair from inside the nostrils or a recent abrasion / cut in the skin inside the nostrils. Try applying moist heat to the area t... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Earaches in the cold: To stop earaches due to cold air, wear ear muffs that cover them. It is common to having aching when exposed to cold air -- one of life's blessings. T... Read More
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Vocal Hemorrhage: A vocal hemorrhage is a very uncommon occurrence, even with frequent coughing or other vocal strain. If you are hoarse, and this does not clear with v... Read More
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A 24-year-old male asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Maybe not : Most snorers do not have sleep apnea - they just make noise . Restless snorers who make noise, wake up feeling tired, toss and turn in their sleep, an... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Not related: It is very unlikely your nosebleeds are caused by your eye twitching or vice versa. Eye twitches may be associate with the anxiety associated with nos... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Chronic Nosebleeds: A chronically bleeding nose equals a chronically irritated nose, as seen with dry membranes, nose picking, and allergies. Also patients on blood thinn... Read More
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A female asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Lemon juice helps: Generally, lemon juice increase salivation and may help moisten or lubricate an irritated throat. Most commonly, chronic sore throats are dry or irrit... Read More
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A 52-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Thrush: All of us have candida, the fungus that causes thrush, in our mouths. This can be spread by oral to oral contact, but most will not get an infection f... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Both ears Meniere's: Sectioning both vestibular nerves will remove the inners ears from balance detection, and may create an untreatable sense of instability or rocking ca... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Dysphagia foods: Soft, gooey foods are easier to swallow. Solid foods may be minced or blenderized or added to foods like pudding or jello to aid is swallowing. Go see... Read More
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Having A Seizure: Move things away from a person having a seizure to protect them from hitting something. Move the person to a lying position, better to keep the head t... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Sinus Infection: The best way to know if an individual has a sinus infection is by listening to symptoms, then determining how long these symptoms have been present. M... Read More
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A 19-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Hand Foot Mouth: A rash in the mouth, hands and feet -- all at one time -- is due to infection with the coxsackie virus. Go see your pediatrician or family doctor to m... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 39 years experience
Sinus Over Counter: Anything that lessens congestion is helpful in treating sinusitis. The main problem with sinusitis is inflammation of the nasal and sinus membranes, ... Read More
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Aug 6, 2013
Very intelligent man and great technical surgeon
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Knox is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Knox is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you again. Was given an injection for uri today. Failed to ask for how long I needed to stay clear of others. I appreciate your time.
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Been putting off my shot because I'm always between surgeries and I don't want more hurt.
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There is no fever, and there is a slight shortness of breath. Nothing to be too cconcerned about. When I do cough I can feel the mucous
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Louisville School of Medicine, KY
Graduated 1984MD
Residency
Medical University of South Carolina
Awards
Most Influential, Second Place, Louisville, KY - Winter
2013
Top Otolaryngologist, First Place, Kentucky - Winter
2013
Top Otolaryngologist, First Place, Kentucky - Summer
2013
Affiliations
Twin Lakes Medical Foundation
Twin Lakes ENT Associates
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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