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Latex Articles

  • Male Condoms

    ...es, including HIV/AIDS. Condoms made of latex are the best in preventing STDs. Lamb-skin condoms for people with a latex allergy are thought to have an increased risk of transmitting STDs due to...

  • How to Use Acticoat

    ...ssing out of the package (while wearing latex or nitrile gloves). Cut the dressing to the desired shape.

  • 5 Things You Need to Know About Condoms And Sensation

    ...oms are usually made of polyurethane or Latex. Latex is more common and available in more countries. To ensure the integrity of the material, Latex condoms can only be used with water based lubr...

  • The Best Condoms for Men

    ...on of disease. Condoms may be made from latex, animal materials or synthetic materials. Synthetic materials are increasing in popularity because of concerns over latex sensitivities and allergie...

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  • Guayule

    ...y be a natural source of hypoallergenic latex because large quantities of rubber accumulated in its parenchyma cel...

  • Ladies mantle

    Ladies mantle has been used for many centuries in Europe, including Sweden and Germany. Some experts consider ladies ...

  • Alkanna

    Alkanna grows in southern France and on the shores of the Levant. The roots are red, and they have been used as a clo...

  • Tangerine

    Tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is a citrus fruit that is well known for being sweet and easy to peel. Tangerine contai...

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Conversations On Latex

  • Anyone else dealing with food allergies?


    • Posted On December 15, 2007 04:05:03 PM

      I have latex allergy and cross-react with certain fruits and veggies because the protein makeup of those foods is close to the rubber tree and I'm severely allergic to latex (anaphylaxis) that my b... Read More

    • Posted On December 15, 2007 11:45:29 AM

      I was diagnosed with food allergies about two years ago, and it really threw me. I can't eat a lot of things I used to eat. The big two issues for me were: 1) Tree nut allergy---I don't like nut... Read More

  • The holidays are coming!


    • Posted On November 11, 2007 09:58:13 AM

      ... but I'm going to wear a pair of rubber/latex gloves while I help prepare, they'll keep my from putting food in my mouth because I'll be more conscience of what my hands are doing and I hate the... Read More

    • Posted On November 16, 2007 09:28:06 AM

      ... but I'm going to wear a pair of rubber/latex gloves while I help prepare, they'll keep my from putting food in my mouth because I'll be more conscience of what my hands are doing and I hate the... Read More

  • My gawd


    • Posted On October 21, 2008 10:41:20 PM

      ...ssipative, and good for people who wear latex gloves all day... Not that either of them are an issue for me anymore Read More

    • Posted On October 22, 2008 05:55:08 AM

      ...ssipative, and good for people who wear latex gloves all day... Not that either of them are an issue for me anymore Hey, my lotion has urea too. Read More

  • Wonderful Health Discovery


    • Posted On May 22, 2008 09:04:48 AM

      ...n't wait for another. And I'll wear the latex bondage suit as well. Anyone else had an experience with this stuff? Read More

    • Posted On May 22, 2008 10:50:44 AM

      ...n't wait for another. And I'll wear the latex bondage suit as well. Anyone else had an experience with this stuff? Wait. Aren't you the same guy that said something about boobs being not all t... Read More

  • Anyone have advice re: toxic mold or other allergens


    • Posted On December 12, 2007 10:01:52 AM

      ...old. wear gloves (plastic disposable or latex if you're not allergic) when you do it so you don't have to touch mold. you might start by washing the AC casing out.... depending in the casing, it... Read More

    • Posted On December 12, 2007 07:27:54 AM

      Hi, I am a daily plater and have gotten a really bad cold twice in the past month. My employer suggested that I might have a toxic mold or other environmental problem in my apartment that I should ... Read More

  • Coffee.......


    • Posted On February 1, 2007 06:33:43 AM

      ...knew that I had a really bad allergy to latex, I would get really itchy throat and ears after eating a banana. Bananas share some of the same proteins as latex and it is those proteins I'm alle... Read More

    • Posted On March 20, 2007 01:03:08 PM

      Actually the American Latex Allergy association lists tomatoes as a fruit. I'll PM you with a list of various fruits, nuts and other things which, if you have a reaction to them, could indicate ... Read More

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Latex Blogs

Latex Allergy Awareness Week

How much do you know about latex allergies? Did you know that an estimated 3 million people in America alone, suffers are allergic to latex? A big fraction at risk of developing and/or suffering from latex sensitivities are those working... Continue.

Understanding Latex Allergies

Although I've posted on latex allergies before, my knowledge of this type of allergy is minimal, having no personal experience with it. So when I read this article from ProcessingTalk, I learned quite a few things. Apparently, sometimes people who...

Optimal Material For Mattresses: Natural Latex

I've come to the conclusion that natural latex is the optimal mattress-making material. I've tried all kinds of mattresses: goose down, wool, foam, cotton futons and box spring mattresses. But I have to say that my first few nights sleeping on a latex...

Hospital Refuses to Treat Patient with Latex Allergy

I encountered this article saying that a family is considering filing legal action against a hospital for refusing to admit a patient due to her latex allergies. Because latex is indispensable in hospitals, it can lead to complications, and is...

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