Are all individuals with spina bifida likely to develop a latex allergy?

Answered by: Dr. Jordan Fink, MD Professor of Medicine and Chief, Allergy/ImmunologyDivision Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

50-60 % of Spina Bifida children develop the latex allergy. Therefore, precautions and avoidance of natural rubber latex are important.

For more information on Spina Bifida and Latex allergy see: www.sbaa.org

Resources And Tools

• Overview
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Latex-free Products
• Articles and Brochures
• Locate an Allergist
• Ask the Expert
• Links
• Videos

Share This Page

 

We need your support

The American Latex Allergy Association depends on your membership dues and contributions to provide services to individuals and professionals.

Latest Healthcare Guide