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Yes. There are a number of foods known to cross-react with latex, including avocados, bananas, potatoes, tomatoes, pineapple, kiwi, and more. However, not everyone with a latex allergy is also allergic to these foods.
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∙ 16y agoNot necessarily. At least one WikiAnswers contributor is allergic to latex but not to bananas.
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How common are latex allergies?
Allergy to a rubber called "Latex" occurs in 8 to 12 percent of workers in the Medical Field; nurses, doctors and hospital workers who frequently wear latex gloves can develop an allergies. Also it is common to find that people who have allergies to some fruits, vegetables and nuts also have allergies to latex. The Department of Health reports that less than 1% of people have latex allergies; and that latex allergies are more common in Health Care, where 12% of individuals can have latex allergies.
What options are there for sticking The Biker Mustache- Black in place for someone with latex allergies?
The Biker Mustache- Black includes latex and should not be used by someone with latex allergies.
Does latex paint cause an allergic reaction to people with latex allergies?
It depends.....
Does Ben Stiller have any food allergies?
Latex
Are there dentist offices in Seattle Washington that do not use latex gloves?
Due to the high incidence of latex allergies, any reputable dental office will have gloves available to use that are not made of latex. Just call and ask.
Do elastic bands contain any latex?
They may. Lee Rubber makes rubber bands without latex for those with allergies. Their phone is 800.742.0155 | Tel: 704.321.0400
Do masks contain latex?
Most rubber-like halloween masks do contain latex. For people with allergies, silicone masks are an alternative, but they can be very expensive. Latex barrier spray applied before donning the mask is a much cheaper alternative, but should not be used by those with severe allergies. Face paint is a fun and allegen-free option.
What is a sex-linked trait give an example of a sex-linked trait?
its a big long banana
What has the author Michael J Dochniak written?
Michael J. Dochniak has written: 'Allergies and autism' -- subject(s): Complications, Latex, Immunology, Immunological aspects of Autism, Immunological aspects, Autistic Disorder, Etiology, Autism, Immediate Hypersensitivity, Latex Hypersensitivity, Latex allergy 'Vaccine Delivery and Autism - The Latex Connection' -- subject(s): Vaccine, autism, allergy, latex, rubber, dochniak, regressive, wakefield, offit, mnookin, dunn, fitzpatrick 'Allergies and autism' -- subject(s): Latex, Immunology, Immunological aspects, Autistic Disorder, Etiology, Autism, Complications, Immediate Hypersensitivity, Latex Hypersensitivity, Latex allergy
Will a natural latex mattress be helpful to someone with allergies?
Latex is also an allergenic substance so it may or may not be a good choice depending on your allergies. Most allergy doctors will recommend a good plastic zipper cover for patients with allergies regardless of the type of mattress they own.
What are the benefits to a natural latex matress?
In my opinion a natural latex mattress lasts longer and is better for those with allergies and sinus problems. They also prevent bed bugs and are much easier to clean.
Do ace bandages contain latex?
Some ace bandages do still contain latex. However, due to latex allergies the original contents have been changed. Manufacturers use cotton, polyester, and latex-free elastic yarn. Type your notes on this page.Due to the risk of latex allergies among users, the original composition of elastic bandages has changed. While some bandages are still manufactured with latex, many woven and knitted elastic bandages provide adequate compression without the use of natural rubber or latex. The modern elastic bandage is constructed from cotton, polyester and latex-free elastic yarns. By varying the ratio of cotton, polyester, and the elastic yarns within a bandage,
