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Latex Allergy People are not born with latex allergies.  As they are exposed to latex, they develop it.  Nearly half of those children who have Spina Bifida are allergic to latex.  Only about one percent of the population are allergic to latex.  Interestingly, due to the constant exposure to latex, five percent of healthcare workers form latex allergies.  Often these workers are not only exposed to latex by touch, but by inhalation as well.  As the worker takes off or puts on gloves, the powder on the gloves floats through the air and is inhaled. Latex Allergy Symptoms Blue Tint to Skin, Lips or Nails Confusion Cough Dermatitis Diarrhea Difficulty Breathing Hives/Rash Itching Nausea and vomiting Rapid or Weak Pulse Stuffy Nose Slurred Speech Watering or Itchy Eyes Wheezing More on Latex Allergies Foods Related to Latex Allergies Avocados Bananas Chestnuts Figs Kiwi Fruit Diagnosis of a Latex Allergy You can be diagnosed with a latex allergy through both a skin test or RAST test. Forms of Latex Dipped Latex - Can be found in "stretchy" products such as balloons, rubber bands and condoms.  These products are often in close contact with the skin, and therefore cause many allergic reactions. Hardened Rubber - Can be found in products that are more solid, such as tires and rubber balls. Click here for a list of products that contain latex. Allergy Cookbooks Food Families Allergen Ingredients Food Journal Allergy Testing Genetically Modified Foods Allergy Trivia Gluten-Free Menu Anaphylactic Reaction Hidden Allergy Sources Avoiding Sulfites Introducing Solids to Baby Breastfeeding Allergic Baby Kosher Labels Common Food Allergies Peanut Free Classroom Cooking for Dairy Allergy Play-Doh Ingredients Cross Reactions Recipes Dairy Linked to Arthritis Schools and Holidays Dogs with Allergies Tickers for Allergies Elimination Diet Wheat & Gluten Free Beer Calcium Content Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Calcium Requirements Macrobiotic Cooking Calcium Rich Spices Nut and Seed Milks Emulsifiers and Stabilizers Nutrient Sources Food Additives Picky Eaters High Fructose Corn Syrup   Aspartame Dangers Hamburgers Cause Asthma Baby Car Seat Safety Insect Stings Eczema Lead in the Home Gastroparesis Pollen & Dust Mite Prevention Allergy Drops = No Needles Mold in the Home Allergy Shots Worst City for Pollen Expose Kids to Pets Early       Fun for the Day: Diet Coke and Mentos Explode!   Enter your search terms Submit search form   Web www.babyandkidallergies.com   Food Allergies  |  Peanut Allergies  |  Gluten Free © 2006-2011 All Rights Reserved | Contact Us | Disclaimer | Privacy Policy