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Is Latex In Paints Different From Latex Used In Other Products?

Posted on Fri, 22 Dec 2023

Question: can some allergic to latex (and some types of rubber) have a reaction to aerosolized latex paint or its constituents?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Jolanda (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:

No, it does not happen

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Regarding your question I can explain that the type of latex found in the paints is different from the latex that triggers latex allergies.

The latex in paints is synthetic and diluted in water meanwhile the latex used in other products is usually natural.

So you should not be concerned to use latex paint because it does not cause an allergic reaction.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Jolanda (25 minutes later)

What am I allergic to in Latex paint? i have no trouble with oil based paint. i have trouble with the fumes of latex paint and get hives when latex paint touches me. i have no hives when i get oil based paint on me.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Jolanda (48 minutes later)

Brief Answer:

Continue discussion

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

As you explain the history the hives after touching latex might be an allergy but to be sure you should do the Prick test (dermatic allergic tests) and after having the results you should consult an allergy specialist.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Jnikolla, Pulmonologist

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad