Question 1

is it safe to go to swimming lessons in pool w/ yeast infection? i don't have stds, just a residual infection from hell. it was caused by a latex allergy (took months to figure out)will this get others sick or cause it to get worse?

Accepted Answer

: No problem. Consider some facts. The yeast involved is everywhere in the environment. It makes up at least 5% of the dry weight of poop and can be found on almost any random surface at some point. If you shed any it will feel at home with what's already there. Swimming has a cleansing effect &amp; should not matter at all.

Question 2

why im i allergic to latex?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: Unfortunately no one can give an answer as to why one develops an allergy to any allergen. At the most basic level, for some reason, one now sees an innocuous substance as an allergen.

Question 3

what reactions to latex exist?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes severe: Some people may have a severe allergic reactions to latex and may go into anaphylactic shock which is a medical emergency.  People with latex allergies may carry an epinephrine pen in case of such an emergency.

Question 4

does spandex have latex?

Accepted Answer

No: Spandex is synthetic fiber whereas latex is made from natural rubber materials.

Question 5

is there latex in spandex?

Accepted Answer

No: Spandex is a synthetic fiber which by itself does not contain latex. However, the finished products, garments do have latex added to them. If one has a latex allergy, spandex is not safe.

Question 6

why do medical staff use latex gloves?

Accepted Answer

Hygiene: Latex gloves are used to provide a barrier to keep the wearing from contaminating the patient and vice versa.  It can also cut down the spread of infection.  Most hospital staff such as food and cleaning also wear them to cut down risks.

Question 7

could i be allergic to plastic (maybe latex)?

Accepted Answer

Possible: An allergist can help figure that out.

Question 8

how can i know if my daughter is allergic to latex?

Accepted Answer

Allergy testing: Your daughter should see an allergist and get evaluated. A full work up including testing will also make sure shes not allergic to other things that might be important for her to know as well.

Question 9

what are some allergic reactions from natural rubber latex?

Accepted Answer

Skin and respiratory: The most common adverse reaction to latex is a skin irritation that happens soon after contact with latex and resembles a rash. You can also get a more serious allergic reaction that occurs after about 24hrs with more redness and swelling. The most dangerous reaction is antibody mediated and can cause severe swelling, redness, and possibly difficulty breathing as latex particles can be inhaled.

Question 10

is a ra latex turbid of 29 considered positive? i have a lot of symptoms also?

Accepted Answer

: RA is nonspecific at low titers and blood tests have to be taken in context of all symptoms and physical examination. It is best to see a doctor exprienced in Rheumatology for appropriate diagnosis and management.

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Is it safe to go to swimming lessons in pool w/ yeast infection? i don't have stds, just a residual infection from hell. it was caused by a latex allergy (took months to figure out)will this get others sick or cause it to get worse?

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Could i be allergic to plastic (maybe latex)?

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