Latex allergy develops from exposure to natural rubber latex and plant cytosol,used extensively to manufacture medical gloves and other devices,as well as numerous consumer products.Allergic reactions to latex range from skin disease to asthma and anaphylaxis that can result in chronic illness,disability,career loss,hardship,and death.What types of signs and symptoms would be indicative of an allergic contact dermatitis response to contact with natural rubber latex?

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Allergic contact dermatitis is a delayed reaction,usually appearing 6 to 48 hours after exposure.Symptoms are similar to those from irritant contact dermatitis (i.e.,drying papules,crusting and thickening of the skin),except that the reaction may extend beyond the actual point of contact.Allergic contact dermatitis (also called chemical contact dermatitis)is a delayed cell-mediated type IV localized allergy caused by chemicals used to manufacture rubber products.

Latex Allergy Develops from Exposure to Natural Rubber Latex and Plant