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What does it mean to get a hearing test? will it hurt?

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Simple: A hearing test is a very simple and non-invasive test.. Simply listen to tones and/or voices and press a button... Very simple.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 10/23/2012

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

No: This test should not cause pain.

Answered 9/5/2013

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