How to Treat a Latex Allergic Reaction

Latex is a type of rubber used in many common items. People who are allergic to latex develop a reaction when their body comes in contact with any item that is manufactured with latex rubber. The reaction is caused by a protein found in the latex.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Keep away from items that are manufactured from latex. This is the simplest way to treat a latex allergy. Latex is used to make balloons, rubber gloves, condoms, baby bottle nipples and pacifiers.

2. Check all products for latex. If you are unsure whether a product contains latex or not, research it before you use it.

3. Gauge the severity of your symptoms if you come in contact with latex. If your allergy symptoms are mild, you may not need immediate medical attention. For a severe allergic reaction, you need to get help right away.

4. Use an Epi-Pen if you have been previously diagnosed. If you have seen a doctor in the past and have been diagnosed with a latex allergy, she probably gave you a self-injectable dose of epinephrine.

5. Take a dose of Benadryl. An antihistamine can help reduce common allergy symptoms, such as swelling, itchiness and hives.

Tips & Warnings

• You should wear a medical alert bracelet if you are allergic to latex. This lets medical personnel know that latex products should not be used when treating you.
• Watch out for latex particles in the air. The powder found in latex gloves is often released into the air when the glove is removed. You want to be careful in places like doctor's offices where gloves are often being taken off.

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