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Latex Hypersensitivity (Latex Allergy)

Allergic reaction to products containing processed natural rubber latex such as rubber gloves, condoms, catheters, dental dams, balloons, and sporting equipment. Both T-cell mediated (HYPERSENSITIVITY, DELAYED) and IgE antibody-mediated (HYPERSENSITIVITY, IMMEDIATE) allergic responses are possible. Delayed hypersensitivity results from exposure to antioxidants present in the rubber; immediate hypersensitivity results from exposure to a latex protein.
Also Known As:
Latex Allergy; Latex Allergies; Natural Rubber Latex Allergy; Rubber Latex Allergy; Allergies, Latex; Allergies, Rubber; Allergies, Rubber Latex; Allergy, Rubber; Allergy, Rubber Latex; Hypersensitivities, Latex; Latex Hypersensitivities; Rubber Allergies; Rubber Latex Allergies; Allergy, Latex; Hypersensitivity, Latex; Rubber Allergy
Networked: 753 relevant articles (21 outcomes, 74 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Anaphylaxis (Anaphylactic Shock)
2. Atopic Dermatitis (Atopic Eczema)
3. Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
4. Urticaria (Hives)
5. Asthma (Bronchial Asthma)

Experts

1. Breiteneder, H: 10 articles (01/2007 - 04/2000)
2. Kelly, Kevin J: 8 articles (11/2018 - 12/2003)
3. Kurup, Viswanath P: 7 articles (02/2012 - 08/2002)
4. Palosuo, Timo: 7 articles (05/2011 - 08/2002)
5. Reunala, Timo: 7 articles (05/2011 - 08/2002)
6. Turjanmaa, Kristiina: 7 articles (05/2011 - 08/2002)
7. Scheiner, O: 7 articles (01/2007 - 04/2000)
8. Nucera, Eleonora: 6 articles (01/2022 - 01/2002)
9. Alenius, Harri: 6 articles (05/2011 - 10/2002)
10. Hamilton, R G: 6 articles (01/2010 - 01/2001)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Latex Hypersensitivity:
1. LatexIBA
2. Immunoglobulin E (IgE)IBA
3. AllergensIBA
4. Omalizumab (Xolair)FDA Link
5. AntigensIBA
6. Proteins (Proteins, Gene)FDA Link
7. Indicators and Reagents (Reagents)IBA
8. VaccinesIBA
9. Hydrocortisone (Cortisol)FDA LinkGeneric
10. anti-IgE antibodiesIBA

Therapies and Procedures

1. Immunotherapy
2. Central Venous Catheters
3. Therapeutics
4. Surgical Gloves (Surgical Glove)
5. Anesthesia