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Is smelling burning rubber a common sign of a brain tumor? started yesterday with no other symptoms except slight headaches on both of my temples.

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Unusual for tumor: There is no way to tell until you have a neurological evaluation.

Answered 11/10/2018

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A member asked:

Is smelling burning rubber a common sign of a brain tumor? started yesterday with no other symptoms except slight headaches on both of my temples.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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