Latex Allergy Latex Allergy Information Latex allergy can result from repeated exposures to proteins in natural rubber latex. Exposure can be due to skin contact with a latex-containing item or inhalation of the proteins.
Reactions can range from skin rash to anaphylaxis and shock.
Some items that include latex are gloves, medical supplies, respirators, rubber bands, balloons, and baby bottle nipples. Below are several articles which discuss latex allergies and how to minimize your risk of developing an allergy. Home Page Copyright University of Delaware, January 1997.