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Only a medical professional can perform allergy tests and determine what, if anything, you're allergic to. Allergies can occur from spermicide on condoms, from soap, even from detergents used to wash washcloths and towels. Early symptoms of an STD may appear to be an allergic rash. You need to go to a doctor to get an accurate diagnosis.
Also, there are non latex condoms that can be safely used by people with latex allergies. Anyone who refuses to use condoms due to an allergy is simply being irresponsible for their health and the health of their partners.
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As well, if you have a latex allergy you would be allergic to all latex not just latex condoms.
"Symptoms of Latex Allergy Irritant contact dermatitis (nonimmune)
Gradual onset, over days, caused by hand washing, occlusion, antiseptics and glove chemicals; symptoms include redness, cracks, fissures, scaling Allergic contact dermatitis, or type IV (delayed hypersensitivity)
Onset six to 48 hours after contact, caused by chemicals; symptoms include erythema, vesicles, papules, pruritus, blisters, crusting Immediate hypersensitivity, or type I
Onset within minutes, very rarely longer than two hours, caused by latex; symptoms include local and generalized urticaria, feeling of faintness, feeling of impending doom, angioedema, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, rhinoconjunctivitis, bronchospasm, anaphylactic shock "
You get itchy
It depends.....
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Foods don't contain latex naturally. The proteins in some foods MIMIC latex proteins as they break down in the body, and may cause a latex allergic reaction in a person who is allergic to latex.
People can be allergic to latex-erasers. Most of erasers today are latex-free, but some still contain traces of latex. That can cause the reaction.
No, but if you are allergic to latex, and use a latex condom, you can get an allergic reaction, which shouldn't affect your chances of pregnancy in the future.
If you're asking how to treat it- take benodryl to temper the reaction as an immediate, temporary solution, but I would suggest telling a doctor about it for more informed, long-term guidance. If you're asking why it might be happening- It's possible that you're allergic to latex, as tennis balls are made from latex, and latex is a common, known allergy for a number of people. Do you have allergic reactions to anything else, such as balloons or disposable gloves? If so, it's most likely a latex allergy. Again, I would seek advice from a doctor regarding the issue.
Rubber latex itself is not toxic, but some people may have allergic reactions to latex proteins. These reactions can range from mild skin irritation to more severe respiratory symptoms. It's important to be aware of this if you have a latex allergy or sensitivity.
swelling AND ITCHING OF THE HANDS OR WHERE THE LATEX HAS COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE ALLERGIC PERSONS SKIN....SEVERE MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY BREATHING OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH...THROAT CLOSING TYPICAL SYMPTOM OF AN ALLERGIC REACTION
Allergic to the kind of plastic Grocery bags are made from as some people are allergic to latex would seem unlikely , but maybe possible
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Reactions to latex gloves can vary depending on the severity of the allergy. Surface reactions on your skin include redness, itching and hives. More serious symptoms include watery eyes, difficulty breathing, and runny nose. Symptoms of a potentially fatal reaction include dizziness, drastic change in pulse, and severe difficulty in breathing.
Some people are allergic to latex and it causes severe allergic reactions this is why they are being replaced.