Rubber allergy

Abstract Rubber is a ubiquitous material with a varied range of properties resulting from its manufacturing process. Rubber allergy also has various forms and is a common cause of morbidity in many occupations. This contribution discusses the main issues surrounding allergy to this compound and at e...

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Published in:Clinics in dermatology 2011-05, Vol.29 (3), p.278-286
Main Authors: Shah, Dev, BSc, MBChB, MRCP, Chowdhury, Mahbub M.U., MBChB, FRCP
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact - etiology
Dermatology
Humans
Hypersensitivity, Delayed - diagnosis
Hypersensitivity, Delayed - etiology
Hypersensitivity, Immediate - diagnosis
Hypersensitivity, Immediate - etiology
Latex Hypersensitivity - classification
Latex Hypersensitivity - diagnosis
Latex Hypersensitivity - etiology
Occupational Diseases - etiology
Rubber - adverse effects
Rubber - chemistry
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Summary:Abstract Rubber is a ubiquitous material with a varied range of properties resulting from its manufacturing process. Rubber allergy also has various forms and is a common cause of morbidity in many occupations. This contribution discusses the main issues surrounding allergy to this compound and at each section distinguishes between type I allergy to latex (natural rubber) and type IV allergy to rubber additives.
ISSN:0738-081X
1879-1131
DOI:10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.11.006