Although anyone can develop an allergy to latex (that generally develops after repeated exposure to products containing natural rubber latex), the number of people who do is quite small considering the millions who are exposed every day to consumer products that contain natural rubber latex. Individuals with an increased risk are those who have spina bifida and have undergone numerous surgeries, those who are prone to allergies, health care workers, rubber industry workers and others who have regular, continuous contact with latex.
Although anyone can develop an allergy to latex (that generally
develops after repeated exposure to products containing natural
rubber latex), the number of people who do is quite small
considering the millions who are exposed every day to consumer...
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American Dental Association answered:Although anyone can develop an allergy to latex (that generally develops after repeated exposure to products containing natural rubber latex), the number of people who do is quite small considering the millions who are exposed every day to consumer products that contain natural rubber latex. Individuals with an increased risk are those who have spina bifida and have undergone numerous surgeries, those who are prone to allergies, health care workers, rubber industry workers and others who have regular, continuous contact with latex.Although anyone can develop an allergy to latex (that generally develops after repeated exposure to products containing natural rubber latex), the number of people who do is quite small considering the millions who are exposed every day to consumer... More
Dr. Jerry Gordon answered:Anyone can be affected by a latex allergy, but the vast majority of latex allergy sufferers are women. If you have a latex allergy, your dentist can use nylon gloves and other non-latex materials during dental care.Anyone can be affected by a latex allergy, but the vast majority of latex allergy sufferers are women. If you have a latex allergy, your dentist can use nylon gloves and other non-latex materials during dental care. More