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.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_9b3bcf-3c16 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/allergies\/latex-allergy\/latex-allergy-and-occupational-asthma-2\/\">Latex Allergy &amp; Occupational Asthma<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_b767c1-9117 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_b767c1-9117 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_b767c1-9117 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/allergies\/latex-allergy\/latex-allergy-facts\/\">Latex Allergy Facts<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_0d46b8-5e18 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_0d46b8-5e18 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_0d46b8-5e18 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/how-navigate-restaurants-with-latex-allergy\/\">Latex Allergy &amp; Dining Out<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_08b414-d619 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_08b414-d619 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_08b414-d619 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/eating-out-with-food-latex-allergy-leading-patient-education-organization-and-las-vegas-chef-offer-safety-tips\/\">Chef&#8217;s Safety Tips<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_b80508-0c20 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_b80508-0c20 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_b80508-0c20 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/can-poinsettia-plants-cause-latex-allergy-reaction\/\">Latex Allergy &amp; Poinsettias<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_aacd4c-7721 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_aacd4c-7721 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_aacd4c-7721 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/going-college-with-food-and-latex\/\">Latex Allergy &amp; College<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_f8ca34-e822 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_f8ca34-e822 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_f8ca34-e822 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/fdas-revised-glove-guidelines-impact-people-with-latex-allergy\/\">FDA&#8217;s Glove Guideline for Latex<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_1c069d-4b23 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_1c069d-4b23 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_1c069d-4b23 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/ask-the-allergist-latex-allergy-and-cross-reactivity\/\">Latex Allergy &amp; Cross Reactivity<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n\n<style>.kb-nav-link-19385992_4a5377-3124 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-highlight-order:3;--kb-nav-link-media-container-order:3;}.kb-nav-link-19385992_4a5377-3124 > .kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap.kb-link-wrap{--kb-nav-link-media-max-width:px;}<\/style><li class=\"kb-nav-link-19385992_4a5377-3124 menu-item wp-block-kadence-navigation-link\"><div class=\"kb-link-wrap\"><a class=\"kb-nav-link-content\" href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/latex-safe-healthcare\/\">In Search of Latex-Safe Healthcare<\/a><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/nav><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46{position:relative;}.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column230204_1039ff-46:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_1039ff-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_1039ff-46\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_4499d5-a4\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image230204_8b7965-47 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_8b7965-47 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/skin-test-patient-arm-1080x567.jpg\" alt=\"A healthcare professional wearing blue gloves performs an allergy skin test on a person&#039;s forearm using a dropper and a brown bottle. The arm has numbered sections marked with pen, each containing a small droplet of liquid.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19376979\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/skin-test-patient-arm-1080x567.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/skin-test-patient-arm-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/skin-test-patient-arm-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/skin-test-patient-arm.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">What is a Latex Allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex allergy is an allergic reaction to the proteins present in the milky sap of the&nbsp; Hevea brasiliensis rubber tree. Latex allergy is also known as a natural rubber latex allergy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex allergy generally develops after repeated exposure to medical and consumer products containing natural rubber latex.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergy to latex may pose a serious health risk to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>healthcare workers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spina bifida patients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workers with occupational exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>patients with multiple surgeries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How common is latex allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While latex allergy is rare, affecting 1 to 6 percent of the general population, it is much more common in employees who work in the medical or dental health field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, 10-17 percent of healthcare workers and 33.8 percent of dental care workers have been diagnosed with latex allergy. In addition, 17 percent of restaurant workers have been diagnosed with latex allergy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People who undergo multiple surgeries \u2013 such as spina bifida patients \u2013 are also at increased risk for latex allergy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the different types of latex allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three types of reactions to natural rubber products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IgE-mediated allergic reaction (Type I)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allergic contact dermatitis (Type IV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irritant contact dermatitis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IgE-mediated allergic reactions (Type I)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An IgE-mediated allergic reaction to latex can be life threatening. IgE-mediated reactions are serious and what people are most concerned about preventing. This reaction is caused by an allergic antibody, IgE, directed against retained proteins in latex products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This reaction is triggered by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>direct skin contact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mucosal surface contact (eyes, nose, mouth, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>inhaling latex particles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_04339f-53.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image230204_04339f-53 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:300px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image230204_04339f-53.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image230204_04339f-53 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image230204_04339f-53 figure{max-width:300px;}.kb-image230204_04339f-53 .image-is-svg, .kb-image230204_04339f-53 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image230204_04339f-53 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_04339f-53\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"738\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-balloon-glove.jpg\" alt=\"A purple latex glove inflated to resemble a balloon, with the fingers pointing upward and a blue tied end at the bottom, creating a playful and unique shape.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19379285\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-balloon-glove.jpg 510w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-balloon-glove-207x300.jpg 207w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cell-mediated contact dermatitis (Type IV)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cell-mediated contact dermatitis is an allergic contact dermatitis. A Type IV cell-mediated reaction is not life-threatening but it is still a major concern. A cell-mediated reaction is usually limited to the skin where contact occurs with rubber products. The rubber products contain numerous chemicals used in its production that can cause a reaction in some people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of contact dermatitis is a delayed type immune reaction. Symptoms may take 24-48 hours to develop from the time of exposure to reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of Type IV allergic contact dermatitis reactions are confined to the skin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a red rash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>papules \u2013 an elevation in the skin that is solid and can be colored \u2013 many papules together appear as a rash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vesiculation \u2013 a blister-type rash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>oozing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If someone is repeatedly exposed with a Type IV reaction, the rash may develop into a chronic problem and may even extend beyond the site of contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People can have both a delayed contact allergy to chemicals in latex along with an IgE-mediated allergic latex allergy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Irritant contact dermatitis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals who use rubber products frequently (for example, healthcare workers who wear gloves) may develop irritant dermatitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This dermatitis is different from allergic contact dermatitis. It is not mediated by an immune system sensitization and reaction. Rather, it is caused by frequent skin washing, sweating and\/or irritation from powder lubricants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This rash may be itchy, but most commonly is dry, red, and accompanied by skin cracking. There are rarely papules, vesiculation or oozing of the skin. It never extends beyond the point of contact with the offending irritant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><style>.kb-image19386005_07c749-172.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image19386005_07c749-172 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:800px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image19386005_07c749-172.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image19386005_07c749-172 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image19386005_07c749-172{max-width:800px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image19386005_07c749-172{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image19386005_07c749-172 img{width:100%;}.kb-image19386005_07c749-172 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}.kb-image19386005_07c749-172 img.kb-img, .kb-image19386005_07c749-172 .kb-img img{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image19386005_07c749-172 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"812\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/latex-allergy-poster-1080px.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic about latex allergy by Allergy &amp; Asthma Network. It covers prevalence, symptoms, products containing latex, and prevention. It includes statistics, a list of food cross-reactors, and information on diagnosis and management.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19386002\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/latex-allergy-poster-1080px.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/latex-allergy-poster-1080px-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/latex-allergy-poster-1080px-768x577.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/store.allergyasthmanetwork.org\/digital-downloads\/latex-allergy-facts-poster\/\">Get the PDF<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two major categories of natural rubber latex:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dipped \u2013 These products are stretchy rubber and usually contain the highest content of latex proteins (gloves, balloons, condoms).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Molded \u2013 These products are dry-molded to be hardened rubber products (vial stoppers, syringes, gaskets).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Synthetic rubber latex products do NOT contain natural rubber latex proteins but may contain rubber accelerators that are used in manufacturing. If you are sensitive to accelerators, you may have a synthetic rubber latex reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns230204_c691ce-46{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center;}.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_c691ce-46 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns230204_c691ce-46\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_e51ae3-b8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_e51ae3-b8.kb-button{background:#025d86;border-top-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_e51ae3-b8.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_e51ae3-b8.kb-button:focus{background:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn230204_e51ae3-b8 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-fill kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"\/images\/Allergies\/latex-allergy-latex-allergy-information-fact-sheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Download: <strong>Latex Allergy Fact Sheet<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_f4db2d-53 > 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class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_7992f0-04\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are symptoms of latex allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex allergy (Type I) symptoms range from skin irritation to respiratory symptoms to life-threatening anaphylaxis \u2013 and there\u2019s no way to predict which will occur if exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of latex allergy may be mild at first, progressing to more serious types of symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of latex allergy include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>skin redness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>urticaria (hives)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>itching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>nasal drainage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sneezing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>itchy eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>throat irritation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>asthma<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A latex allergy reaction can also result in anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms can start within seconds of exposure to latex or may not appear until hours later. The allergic reaction can be different each time a person experiences anaphylaxis and can vary in severity each time. Once the reaction starts, it usually progresses quickly. This makes identifying anaphylaxis and responding to care tricky at times.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_a854ae-26 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_a854ae-26 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/parent-child-doctor-1080x567.jpg\" alt=\"A doctor in a white coat sits at a desk talking to a woman and a young girl. The woman is sitting on a chair, and the girl is sitting next to her. An office setup with a computer and plant is in the background.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-620\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/parent-child-doctor-1080x567.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/parent-child-doctor-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/parent-child-doctor-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/parent-child-doctor.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A board-certified healthcare professional, often an allergist, makes the diagnosis of latex allergy, as well as contact dermatitis and\/or irritant dermatitis. The healthcare professional uses a combination of medical history, physical exam and various laboratory and clinical tests. Laboratory testing alone is not enough to make a diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients are encouraged to provide a full list of items and foods that may have caused a latex-allergic reaction to help determine whether latex allergy is present.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69{position:relative;}.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column230204_a3815c-69:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_a3815c-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_a3815c-69\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_a57fe4-57\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is latex allergy diagnosed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergy to latex may be challenging to diagnose and treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you suspect you have a latex allergy, consult an allergist. Be prepared with as much medical history as possible, including where you were and what latex products you were exposed to when you experienced a reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The diagnosis of latex allergy, contact dermatitis and\/or irritant dermatitis is made by an allergist after completing these three parts of an evaluation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>medical history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>physical exam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>various laboratory and clinical tests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Laboratory testing alone is not enough to make a diagnosis. There is a blood test available, but the results are not 100 percent accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex-specific IgE antibodies can be identified through skin testing or by blood tests. (Patients should be aware that skin testing for latex allergy has a small risk of adverse reactions.) There is no FDA-approved skin test reagent for latex allergy in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact dermatitis is confirmed by the use of patch testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Irritant dermatitis is diagnosed by the patient\u2019s medical history and a physical examination.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns230204_a9495b-ad{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center;}.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns230204_a9495b-ad .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns230204_a9495b-ad\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_ec0a66-5c.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_ec0a66-5c.kb-button{background:#025d86;border-top-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_ec0a66-5c.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn230204_ec0a66-5c.kb-button:focus{background:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn230204_ec0a66-5c kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-fill kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"\/images\/Allergies\/latex-allergy-screening-questionnaire.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Download:<br>Latex Allergy Screening Questionnaire<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you prevent a latex allergy reaction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment for a latex allergy involves avoidance of the source of latex that causes the reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of IgE-mediated allergy, personal contact with rubber products should be stopped and a change of environment may be necessary if there is airborne exposure causing asthma or occupational asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is most prominent in settings that use cornstarch powdered latex gloves. Cornstarch powder serves as a carrier for allergenic proteins from latex. It may become airborne when the product is used. These protein particles can easily become airborne and people with latex allergy may experience a reaction if the powder is inhaled or comes in contact with the mucus membranes of the eyes, nose or skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some latex products are more allergenic than others. Latex products most likely to cause a reaction are those made by a dipping method (gloves, condoms, balloons). 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size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/video-screen-mockups.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1005\" style=\"width:auto;height:120px\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-kb-palette-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a60b570a54488e86049e430f15bcad92\" style=\"font-size:32px;line-height:1.2\"><a href=\"\/learning-pathways\/\"><strong>Learning Pathways: Info in Minutes \u27a8<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size has-theme-palette-9-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ebceae0d0ef5d32e1c909ff96ed76362\" style=\"margin-top:-20px\">Quick 3-5 minute videos on asthma, allergies, and related conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_55190c-25{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_55190c-25 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_55190c-25\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_d84abc-cd\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you treat a latex allergy reaction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex allergy treatment depends on the type of reaction that is present \u2013 a mild sensitivity or a life-threatening allergic reaction, or anaphylaxis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Anaphylaxis:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/anaphylaxis\/what-is-epinephrine\/\"><strong>Epinephrine<\/strong><\/a>, a medication given by injection that works quickly to raise blood pressure and reduce swelling in the body, is the first-line treatment for severe allergic reactions. It\u2019s available in an easy-to-use epinephrine auto-injector \u2013 a prefilled syringe with a retractable needle. Epinephrine should be administered without delay when symptoms appear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mild Sensitivity:<\/strong> If a mild sensitivity is present and there is only a local reaction \u2013 the skin is itchy and red at the site where latex was touched \u2013 your doctor may suggest using an antihistamine or using 1% hydrocortisone cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h1, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h2, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h3, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h4, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h5, .kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 h6{color:#ffffff;}.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_d54a0a-11\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">NOTE: Treatments mentioned here are for informational purposes only. If you have a latex allergy and require treatment, you should see a board-certified allergist to determine the best treatment for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is latex allergy preventable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex allergy is preventable but not curable. Awareness and education are the keys to managing the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only way for people with latex allergy to prevent symptoms is strict avoidance of latex. <strong>Allergy &amp; Asthma Network<\/strong> supports policies where latex gloves are prohibited from use in healthcare and dental facilities, schools, food establishments, and by emergency responders. Many facilities have responded by switching to latex-safe gloves and medical products and supplies<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_cd6651-ea .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_cd6651-ea size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/dr-latex_gloves.jpg\" alt=\"A person wearing a teal medical uniform is putting on a white latex glove, with a blue curtain visible in the background.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19378215\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/dr-latex_gloves.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/dr-latex_gloves-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/dr-latex_gloves-1080x567.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/dr-latex_gloves-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4{position:relative;}.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_bcfb83-d4\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_3e3a04-07\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What items contain latex?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more than 40,000 products worldwide that contain latex and it\u2019s often very difficult for people with latex allergy to perform everyday tasks and live a full, active life. Latex allergy generally develops after repeat exposure to medical and consumer products containing natural rubber latex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The difficulty in managing latex allergy is that latex and latex proteins are found in so many common everyday products. For example, your daily mail may be wrapped in a rubber band; there may be a celebration that includes latex balloons; or the elastic waistband on underwear may cause a sudden and unexpected allergic emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional products made with latex include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Balloons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber or latex exam gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Condoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elastic bands, physical therapy bands, rubber bands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental dams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spandex<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pacifiers and baby bottle nipples<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mouse pads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goggles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bathmats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garden hoses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain mattresses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_9f82f6-53 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_9f82f6-53 > 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id=\"items-contain-latex\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_960a83-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_960a83-a4\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"latexfreeitems\">Is there a list of latex free items?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have compiled a list of latex-free sports equipment and <strong><a href=\"\/images\/School-Resources\/latex-free-school-products.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">latex-free school product List<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are unsure whether a product contains natural rubber latex, you can <strong><a href=\"\/images\/Misc\/Product-Verification-Letter.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">use this sample letter<\/a> <\/strong>to contact the manufacturer to find out if it contains latex.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_cb39d6-e3 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_cb39d6-e3 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"849\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-cross-reactive-foods.jpg\" alt=\"A chart categorizes foods by potential to cross-react with natural rubber latex: high latex proteins (avocado, banana, chestnut, kiwi), moderate latex proteins (apple, carrot, celery, melon), and low or undetermined latex proteins (grapes, peach, soybean, etc.).\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19378431\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-cross-reactive-foods.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-cross-reactive-foods-300x236.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-cross-reactive-foods-768x604.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_e1de06-13 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_e1de06-13 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_e1de06-13 > 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_9eb4cc-c1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do you do if you have a latex allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear Medical Identification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carry with you at all times:<br>~ Medications, as prescribed by your allergist (including anaphylaxis medications: two epinephrine auto-injectors; allergy medications: antihistamines; asthma medications: inhaler\/albuterol)<br>~ Non-latex gloves<br>~ <a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/images\/Anaphylaxis\/AAP-anaphylaxis-action-plan.pdf\"><strong>Latex Allergy Action Plan <\/strong><\/a>developed with your allergist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notify the following of your latex allergy and other pertinent information:<br>Medical and dental providers<br>Family members, friends, employer and co-workers<br>EMS (if calling 911)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid:<br>~ Natural rubber latex gloves, balloons, condoms and other natural rubber products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware of and consult with your allergist regarding:<br>~ Proper use of medications<br>~ \u201cHidden\u201d latex on food prepared with latex gloves<br>Lactiferous plants that may have cross-reactive proteins<br>~ Foods with cross-reactive proteins to natural rubber (banana, avocado, kiwi, chestnut)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carry a list of medications prescribed by your allergist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#73a602;}.kadence-column19377493_2f8777-ff > 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-row-column-wrap > .kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc{align-self:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc{align-self:auto;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column19377493_68a082-bc > 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are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-364161cd wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:18%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"235\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/latex-patient-checklist.webp\" alt=\"latex patient checklist\" class=\"wp-image-19377495\" style=\"width:auto;height:120px\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-kb-palette-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb8843e42a672b0ff0fce3cf04f7bc11\" style=\"font-size:24px;line-height:1.2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/images\/Allergies\/latex-allergy-patient-checklist.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Download Our Free \u201cLatex Allergy Patient Checklist\u201d&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f{position:relative;}.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_cb2600-2f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b > 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_9a98b2-7b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you eat at restaurants with a latex allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For individuals with latex allergy, the challenge at restaurants is threefold:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>kitchen staff may use latex gloves while preparing food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>some foods have cross react with latex proteins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>restaurants may have latex balloons on display for parties or in banquet rooms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>What can you do to safely navigate restaurants with a latex allergy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, share your latex allergy diagnosis with the hostess or manager. Find out if the kitchen staff uses latex gloves during any aspect of food preparation. If so, emphasize the severity of your allergy and the potential consequences if you are exposed \u2013 you want to grab their attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out websites and menus of any restaurant you plan to visit. Many restaurants have already adopted a non-latex policy. This list includes Burger King, Quizno\u2019s, Denny\u2019s, Red Lobster, Outback Steakhouse, Red Robin, Arby\u2019s, Subway, Bahama Breeze, Domino\u2019s Pizza and Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. Disney World and Disneyland also have adopted a non-latex policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Higher risk situations are establishments with buffets (risk of cross contamination), pre-made foods (unable for the chef to eliminate an ingredient) and eateries that frequently use banana, kiwi or avocado. Look for restaurants that have food allergy training for employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Notify the hostess and server of your latex allergy and review the menu for dishes that are unsafe. Bring a \u201cchef card\u201d with details of your allergy that the server can hand to the chef. By submitting this card, you don\u2019t have to rely solely on verbal communication passing from server to chef.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex-allergic individuals should carry two epinephrine auto-injectors, wear medical identification and pack a copy of a letter from an allergist detailing the diagnosis and what to do in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_3a7bb4-d0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_3a7bb4-d0 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Woman-with-food-allergies-choosing-items-from-restaurant-menu.jpg\" alt=\"Woman at restaurant, with her friends, asking the waitress for allergen friendly foods from the menu.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1208\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Woman-with-food-allergies-choosing-items-from-restaurant-menu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Woman-with-food-allergies-choosing-items-from-restaurant-menu-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Woman-with-food-allergies-choosing-items-from-restaurant-menu-1080x567.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Woman-with-food-allergies-choosing-items-from-restaurant-menu-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to navigate restaurants with a latex allergy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The frenzied pace of working in a restaurant requires every member of the staff \u2013 from hostess, executive chef, manager, line cook and server \u2013 to be familiar with food and latex allergies, and to work together to ensure food service is safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call the restaurant, ask for the manager or host, and discuss your latex allergy. Ask if the restaurant has latex balloons on display and if kitchen staff uses latex gloves during any part of food preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emphasize the severity of your latex allergy and the potential consequences if you are exposed to latex.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_833783-24{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column230204_833783-24 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_833783-24\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column230204_f0c5a1-4d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are important things to know about latex allergy and schools?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing a safe environment for students at school goes beyond food and environmental allergies \u2013 latex allergy must also be considered. In the school setting, we often see latex allergies in children who have experienced multiple medical procedures, especially children with spina bifida.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latex appears in items commonly used in school, including many brands of erasers, balloons, rubber bands, gloves, balls and mats used in physical education. The school needs to identify <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/images\/School-Resources\/latex-free-school-products.pdf\">latex-free school products<\/a><\/strong> and latex-free sports equipment when a student has an allergy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All members of the school community should collaborate to manage latex allergy by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Educating the school community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying potential exposure to latex<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparing to respond in an emergency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating a plan for the future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image230204_a09517-79 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image230204_a09517-79 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Healthy-happy-schoolchildren.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling girl with braided hair sits at a desk in a classroom, wearing a yellow shirt and blue overalls. A small globe and colored pencils are on the desk. Other children are visible in the background.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19378352\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Healthy-happy-schoolchildren.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Healthy-happy-schoolchildren-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Healthy-happy-schoolchildren-1080x567.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Healthy-happy-schoolchildren-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are important things to know about <strong><a href=\"\/latex-allergy\/latex-allergy-vaccines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">latex allergy and vaccines<\/a><\/strong>?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some vaccine packaging contains latex, posing a threat to people who have a latex allergy. There is concern that latex proteins may be mixed with the medication through packaging and storage of the vaccine vial, and also through puncturing the vial stopper to \u201cdraw up\u201d the vaccine. The same concern exists with vaccines that are stored in syringes with latex in the plungers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the extent of the risk is unknown, it is difficult to be sure how much latex may be present in a vaccine package. Since current recommendations are based on limited data, patients should talk with their allergists to determine the best approach to obtaining a needed vaccine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Current strategies can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cPopping the top\u201d prevents the puncturing of a latex stopper for safer administration. However, there is still a possibility that latex allergic proteins contaminated the medicine during the period of storage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The \u201cone stick rule\u201d is based on the assumption that a single stick through the vial seal minimizes latex allergen distribution into the medication, while maintaining a closed system that limits potential for contamination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-vaccination observation by a qualified individual for a period of at least 15 minutes, and up to two hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Poinsettia Plants cause latex allergy reaction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The poinsettia plant, used for holiday decorating, is botanically related to natural rubber latex. When the leaves or stems are broken, it releases a milky white substance that <strong><a href=\"\/news\/can-poinsettia-plants-cause-latex-allergy-reaction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">can cause reaction in latex allergic individuals<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column230204_4e3095-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette4, 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