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A member asked:

Can doctors hear my heart and lungs (using a stethoscope) even through my shirt?

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Yes: If the doctor has normal hearing.

Dr Toloza agreed

Answered 7/17/2012

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Yes: Stethoscopes really are that good. For the best examination, though, your shirt should be up or off.

Answered 9/15/2012

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