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Is it ever possible to get enough hearing back to join the military if i fractured my temporal bone w/ hearing loss due to nerve damage?
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Depends: See an ear specialist in your area for proper testing, and thank you for your desire to serve and protect.
Answered 11/25/2012
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Possibly: Depending on the damage done seek the advice of an otolaryngologist who specializes in hearing loss surgery for your best advice.
Answered 4/25/2015
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