Promotes allergy care with better protection to glove users with Type I Hypersensitivity (natural rubber latex protein) and Type IV Hypersensitivity (Chemical Accelerators: Thiurams, Thiazoles & Carbamates)
TYPES OF GLOVE INDUCED ALLERGIES
(Source: Centers For Disease Control And Prevention)
| Irritant Contact Dermatitis | Allergic Contact Dermatitis (Type IV [delayed] Hypersensitivity) | Latex Allergy (Type I [immediate] Hypersensitivity or NRL* protein allergy) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Causative Agents | Toxic chemicals (e.g., biocides, detergents); excessive perspiration; irritating chemicals used in hand products and in glove manufacturing | Accelerators and other chemicals used in glove manufacture; sterilants and disinfectants (e.g. glutaraldehyde); bonding agents (e.g. methracrylates); local anesthetics | Latex proteins from Hevea brasiliensis (rubber tree) |
| Reactions | Skin reactions usually confined to the area of contact | Skin reactions usually confined to the area of contact | Skin reactions may not only confine to the area of contact. Skin and systemic reactions can occur as soon as 2–3 minutes, or as long as several hours after skin or mucous membrane contact with the protein allergens |
| Acute: Red, dry, itchy irritated areas | Acute: Itchy, red rash, small blisters | Acute: Hives, swelling, runny nose, nausea, abdominal cramps, dizziness, low blood pressure, bronchospasm, anaphylaxis (shock) | |
| Chronic: Dry, thickened skin, crusting, deep painful cracking, scabbing sores, peeling | Chronic: Dry thickened skin, crusting, scabbing sores, vesicles, peeling (appears 4–96 hours after exposure) | Chronic: As above, increased potential for extensive, more severe reaction | |
| Diagnosis | By medical history, symptoms, and exclusion of Type IV and Type I hypersensitivity Not an allergic reaction |
By medical history, symptoms, and skin patch test | By medical history, symptoms, and skin-prick or blood test |
REGULATORY FOCUS
Designed & Developed to stay ahead of ever more stringent Regulatory Requirements by Prioritising Consumer Protection and Safety with Stringent Quality Control & Product Testing.
