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I have contact allergies (instant hives) that may or may be caused partly by latex. is there a test for latex algy & is it safe?
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Yes: Latex allergy may either be allergy antibody mediated or a contact dermamtitis. There are test that supplement the doc history and physical to arrive at the correct diagnosis.
Answered 12/24/2013
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