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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.
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What is the fear of latex gloves?
Some people are allergic to latex and it causes severe allergic reactions this is why they are being replaced.
Where to get latex gloves?
'Latex gloves' is a rather generic term that is typically used to describe natural rubber latex, single use or disposable gloves typically associated with medical or hygiene applications. Lately latex gloves are becoming popular for many more applications. Strictly speaking, nitrile gloves which are made from a synthetic latex are also 'latex gloves' but these are free of the natural rubber latex proteins that cause allergic reactions in some users. Latex gloves are also available in thicker or heavier gauge latex for industrial applications.See related link
How do I stop reactions to latex gloves?
It seems as though the best way to help prevent a latex allergic reaction is to simply choose a glove not made of latex. But in terms of powder, the less powder the better. Look at this web site for more information on non-powder gloves helping with allergic reactions. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/08/110817120231.htm
Which gloves are tougher vinyl or latex?
Latex is more comfortable to wear, and can stretch easier, but people can be allergic to it.
Has anyone had an allergic reaction to Criterion powder free latex exam gloves even though they are not allergic to latex?
yes
Why are there latexes in gum?
Because of the elasticity of it makers do not realize the harm it can cause people with allergic reactions to latex.
What type of gloves would you find in a hospital?
Firstly Latex Gloves were used. But due to allergic issues they are now replaced with non-latex.
What are turtles allergic to?
Turtles can be allergic to certain foods like strawberries, dairy products, or nuts. They can also have reactions to chemicals in their environment such as cleaning products or pesticides. It's important to consult with a veterinarian if you suspect your turtle may have allergies.
Does latex paint cause an allergic reaction to people with latex allergies?
It depends.....
Can you sleep on a latex mattress If you are allergic to latex?
umm no you can't. When your allergic to anything its still going to still effect you. Sorry but no latex mattress for you!! That answer is incorrect. What you are allergic to is a protein residue that is left over in cold processed latex like gloves. Latex mattresses are cooked and the protein is destroyed by heat. There has never been a latex allergy reported in relation to latex mattress products.
What precautions help minimize your risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens?
A standard precaution applying to bloodborne pathogens is to wear non-latex gloves. It has to be non-latex because some people are allergic to latex so it has to be non-latex gloves.
Is latex rubber toxic?
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.
