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I smell burt rubber and i've had a headache all day what could cause this?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Smell: The strong smell can cause severe and long lasting headache and even nausea and vomiting. It's like a migraine. Take the Motrin and avoid this kind of smell.

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/10/2017

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