an itchy, irritated, dryness occurs on the hands. ACD - Allergic Contact Dermatitis (Type IV) - is a delayed reaction to the Latex and usually will occur 24 to 96 hours after exposure. The symptoms of this certain reaction are similar to poison ivy. Immediate Hypersensitivity (Type I) - Although the least common reactions to latex, these are the most severe and life threatening. There have been serious reactions to Latex when inhaled as the proteins are aerosolized during glove cleaning and removal. In 1997, 62% of Latex related deaths were from gloves alone.

The article goes on to tell just who is at risk to this allergy and who has increased risk. Everyone really is at risk to developing an allergy to Latex because even if you are not healthcare providers, workers that produce Latex products or children with spina bifida or urogenital defect (all which have increased risk) you can still be exposed to Latex in many ways. Dentists use Latex in many products as do other medical facilities and law enforcement. Sexual devic

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