Latex allergy

Natural rubber latex is a milky fluid found in rubber trees. There is a protein in the fluid that can cause allergic reactions in some people. Somegloves, condoms, balloons, rubber bands, erasers, and toys are made using this natural rubber latex. Reactions to latex products happen when it comes incontact with the person’s skin, mucous membranes (like the nostrils, mouth, or rectum), or the bloodstream (during surgery). For example, some people may react when blowing up a rubber balloon or breathing in powder from the inside of latex gloves. There are 2 types of latex allergy. One type can cause an immediate reaction, like someone with a peanut allergy may have after eating a peanut. The other type, which is much more common, causes a delayed skin rash, similar to a reaction from poison ivy.

Sign and symptoms of latex allergy:

Symptoms of latex allergy include:
  • Itchy or watery eyes
  • Wheezing or whistling sound with breathing
  • Hives or raised, itchy bumps on the skin
In some cases, severe reactions (anaphylactic shock) can happen and cause:
  • Trouble breathing
  • Chest tightness
  • Swelling of the throat or tongue
  • Severe reactions need prompt emergency treatment.
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