The rise in latex allergy: implications for the dentist.
The ease with which latex allergies would develop was not anticipated when health care professionals began wearing examination gloves on a regular basis. Responses to the rise in latex allergies have been initiated by several agencies. These responses, cases of allergic reactions and definitions of allergy are discussed.
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Department of Removable Prosthodontics, University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, Oklahoma City.
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D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology; D003797:Dental Staff; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000209:etiology*; D004837:Epinephrine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005932:Gloves, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D006969:Hypersensitivity, Immediate / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology*; D007840:Latex / Q000009:adverse effects*; D015995:Prevalence; D014481:United States / Q000453:epidemiology
D007840:Latex; D004837:Epinephrine