Allergic reactions to Latex, (found in all rubbers and surgical equipment), are quite common among health care workers as well as patients who are repeatedly exposed to latex. Reactions can range from mild (such as itching at a contact site) to severe (anaphylactic shock). Here are some web links on Latex Allergy: Latex allergy can induce clinical reactions t... Allergy ABC's - Allergy Basics Center - Aller... Latex Allergy Links - Main Menu CANADIAN LATEX ALLERGY ASSOCIATION niosh/fact sheet/latex allergy Latex Allergy Help - A MedAware Resource Site Foundation for Latex Allergy Research and Edu... Delaware Valley Latex Allergy Support Network... Latex Allergy Back to the
An allergy that develops after some sensitizing contact with latex.
a hypersensitivity to latex, which is a natural substance derived from the milky sap of the rubber tree
an acquired hypersensitivity to latex due to repeated exposure
an allergic response to proteins from natural rubber latex
an allergy to products made from latex rubber
a reaction to a protein in the sap of the rubber tree
allergy to proteins that are present in natural rubber
a type I or immediate anaphylactic hypersensitivity reaction to the proteins found in natural rubber latex.
Workers exposed to latex gloves and other products containing natural rubber latex may develop allergic reactions such as skin rashes; hives; nasal, eye, or sinus symptoms; asthma; and (rarely) shock.
An allergic reaction to the proteins found in natural rubber (see Allergies).
Latex allergy is a medical term encompassing a range of allergic reactions to natural rubber latex.