Health Tip: Recognize Symptoms of Latex Allergy

(HealthDay News) -- An allergy to latex is quite common. So much so that your doctor or dentist may ask you if you have one before you have any type of examination.

The American Dental Association identifies these possible symptoms of a latex allergy:

  • Skin reactions, such as itching, redness, rash or hives.
  • Itchy nose, throat or eyes.
  • Runny nose, sneezing, coughing or wheezing.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Five New Year's Resolutions to Help You Breathe Easier

    Yes, This is the Worst Pollen Season Ever — Until Next Year

    Rising Tree Pollen Counts Signal Start of Allergy Season

    Pediatric Allergy Specialist: Feed Babies Allergenic Foods Earlier, Not Later

    Peanut Allergy Risk Higher If Older Sibs Eat Peanuts, Study Finds

    Water-Damaged Homes, Heavy Air Pollution Increase Asthma Risk In Kids

    UV Air Filters Cut Airborne Asthma Triggers, Study Finds

    Asthma Drug Cuts Need For Steroid Pills While Keeping Attacks In Check

    GLP-1 Drugs Help Quell Asthma Among Teens Who Are Overweight or Obese

    Severe Asthma Often Comes With Other Serious Health Problems

    The Flu Vaccine Can Lower Your Risk Of Heart Attack And Stroke — Even If You Wind Up Infected

    Children Should Get Flu Vaccine, Top Pediatrics Group Recommends

    New Flu Strain Weakened This Year’s Vaccine Protection, CDC Says

    Pentagon Drops Flu Vaccine Requirement For U.S. Military

    52 Kids Have Died From Flu So Far This Season as Child Hospitalizations Rise