American Latex Allergy Association
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Symptoms

Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and can include one or more of the following:

  • Hives or welts
  • Swelling of affected area
  • Runny nose
  • Sneezing
  • Headache
  • Reddened, itchy or teary eyes
  • Sore throat, hoarse voice
  • Abdominal cramps
  • Chest tightness, wheezing, or shortness of breath (asthma)

If exposure to latex continues, allergy symptoms may include a severe and life threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis.


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American Latex Allergy Association

P.O. Box 198
Slinger, WI 53086
Phone: 262-677-9707   1-888-97-ALERT
Website: www.latexallergyresources.org


Source URL: http://latexallergyresources.org/symptoms