Latex Allergy
If you have been diagnosed with latex allergy these recommendations should be followed:
- Avoid all latex products.
- Wear an allergy alert bracelet documenting latex allergy.
- Understand and recognize the symptoms of a systemic reaction to latex; difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, hives, feeling of anxiety, and fast or irregular heart beat.
- Inform your primary care provider, dentist, and other medical professionals of latex allergy before receiving health care.
- Carry a letter or information with you describing your latex allergy.
- Carry vinyl or non-latex gloves with you at all times.
- Seek immediate care if you have hives, difficulty breathing, or anaphylaxis.
Miscellaneous products containing latex:
| Frequently Contain Latex |
Examples of Latex-Free Alternatives |
| art supplies - paint, markers, glue |
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| balloons |
mylar balloons |
| balls - Koosh ball, tennis balls |
vinyl, Throton sports ball |
| bath mats |
Gerry baby products |
| cleaning/kitchen gloves |
vinyl, cotton liners (Allerderm), Magla (Nyplex) |
| condoms, diaphragms |
Polyurethane, tachylon, Natural skins under latex condom (if male is sensitive or at risk), Natural skins over latex condom (if female is sensitive or at risk) |
| crutches - axillary, hand pads |
cover with stockinette or gauze |
Clothing:
| Frequently Contain Latex |
Examples of Latex-Free Alternatives |
| underwear (elastic) |
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| socks (elastic) |
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| belts (elastic) |
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| crepe sole shoes, arch pads |
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| rubber thongs, beach shoes |
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| stretch textiles |
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| rubber raincoats |
vinyl or plastic |
| rubber boots, protective wear |
vinyl or plastic |
| panty hose (elastic) |
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| Spandex swimsuits |
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| elastic or disposable diapers |
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| rubber pants |
cloth, velcro closures |
This information is provided only as an informational resource for consumers. For advice regarding a specific medical condition, please consult your personal physician.
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