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Because a latex allergy becomes worse with each exposure, you should avoid products containing latex. While it is difficult to obtain full and accurate information on the latex content of products, you may become better informed by checking with suppliers before buying a product.
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my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/Latex_Allergy/hic_Late...
my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/Latex_Allergy/hic_Latex_Allergy.aspx
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Here is a partial list of products that contain latex. ... Note that synthetic latex, such as is found in latex-based house paints, is not known to cause allergic reactions(1) ... If you already have a latex mattress, I suggest you get allergy proof bedding to contain any latex dust. This also helps with dust and mite control -
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www.allergy-details.com/latex/allergy/products
www.allergy-details.com/latex/allergy/products
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Any product containing latex may trigger a reaction. Therefore, cautious investigation of products at home, in the workplace and at sites of medical and dental care should occur. Manufacturers are increasingly providing lists of products that contain latex.
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www.aafp.org/afp/980101ap/reddy.html
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Hamilton also suggested that parents and professionals support the use of alternative products made of silicone, plastic and vinyl as substitutes for those containing latex. Unfortunately, not all products containing latex are now labeled.
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www.latexallergylinks.org/EP.html
www.latexallergylinks.org/EP.html
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Baby bottle nipples ... Backing on rugs ... Elastic in clothing and disposable diapers...
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www.allergyandsleep.com/latex.htm
www.allergyandsleep.com/latex.htm
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Learn about latex allergy, symptoms, who is at risk, treatment and how latex allergies are detected. ... A person can be allergic to the latex or the mixture or both. Latex-containing products are many and varied (see the list below). One of two procedures is employed during the manufacturing of the latex-containing product.
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www.medicinenet.com/latex_allergy/article.htm
www.medicinenet.com/latex_allergy/article.htm
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There is no safe latex for latex allergic sufferers. Federal legislation is pending on truth and labeling for latex products. Powderless gloves are a great help in preventing airborne latex and have been very helpful in reducing surgical exposure of latex for the health care ... Latex-Containing Products (partial list):
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www.medicinenet.com/latex_allergy/page3.htm
www.medicinenet.com/latex_allergy/page3.htm
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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) requests assistance in preventing allergic reactions to natural rubber latex* among workers who use gloves and other products containing latex. Latex gloves have proved effective in preventing transmission of many infectious diseases to health care workers.
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www.cdc.gov/niosh/latexalt.html
www.cdc.gov/niosh/latexalt.html
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Latex allergy develops from repeated contact with products containing latex such as gloves. This process is called sensitization. A person may initially have no problem using latex-containing products but then develop symptoms over time.
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www.ehs.psu.edu/hazmat/LatexAllergies.pdf
www.ehs.psu.edu/hazmat/LatexAllergies.pdf
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