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Smelling smoke that is not there. do i need test for brain cancer or stroke?
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George: Gershwin the composer presented with his brain tumor with the smell of burning rubber. I'd speak to a doctor, get a neurologic exam, and let them weigh benefit of mri.
Answered 5/28/2012
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Possible seizure : Also need to rule out seizure activity causing symptom. Can also see this with migraine.
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