Natural Rubber Latex Allergy

Does any have a list of items that do/can have natural rubber latex (latex) in them??I have talk to my dr and googled, yahoo, msn it and still I don’t have much of a clue of what to be careful of!! So please if you can give me a list.

Answer #1

Hi,

Here is a short list of things to steer clear of.

Where is latex likely to be encountered?

Medical products that may contain latex include:

* Gloves, especially powdered latex gloves.
* Drains, tourniquets, urinary catheters, and wraps.
* Adhesives used for dressings and tapes.

Personal or household products that may contain latex include:

* Contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms.
* Diapers and sanitary pads.
* Pacifiers and baby bottle nipples.
* Balloons and rubber toys.
* Rubber bands.
* Computer mouse pads.
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