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Latex Allergy

It is a reaction that occurs in people with allergies. When people's skin or mucous membranes (especially eyes, nose, lungs, mouth, anus and vagina) encounter this substance, some chemicals such as histamine are released in the body and cause various reactions. Latex allergy is a reaction that occurs in people with allergic structure. If a person is allergic to latex, they may also be allergic to other rubber products. Because most of these products contain latex.What Exactly Is Latex? Some tropical plants contain latex, which is a milk-like liquid.The most well-known of these is the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis), which is the raw material of rubber products.a) Latex allergy in the respiratory tract: It is triggered by the proteins carried by the powder in the latex gloves. This allergy can cause a runny nose, burning and redness of the eyes, and asthma. Even the use of powdered gloves in a doctor's office is sufficient to cause this allergy, as it will cause the latex proteins to disperse into the air.b) Urticaria caused by latex contact: It can also cause hives, asthma, runny nose and itchy eyes.Symptoms of the aforementioned syndromes usually appear between 5 and 30 minutes after first contact with latex. The most dangerous consequence may be anaphylactic shock. If such symptoms occur after contact with latex-containing materials, you should consult a doctor or an allergist for proper diagnosis.