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Latex allergy

Latex allergy Definition Usually IgE-mediated type I reaction to latex-containing products (rarely type IV reactions). After contact with surgical gloves, examination gloves, household gloves, plasters, respiratory masks, urine bags, intestinal tubes, etc., but also by mere stay in rooms where la...

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