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Are There Chances Of Allergic Reaction To Chlorhexidine Towelettes Which Have To Be Used After The Total Hip Replacement Surgery?
I am allergic to the Balsam of Peru and all that applies to the umbrella of Balsam of Peru. I am getting ready to have total hip replacement surgery and have been told to use Chlorhexidine Towelettes - I want to make certain I will not have a reaction. Thank you.
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
Hello,
Chlorhexidine allergy is being increasingly recognised and tests are now available to detect if you are already sensitized.
A specific IgE blood test to chlorhexidine is available (cut off normal
Best Wishes.
Chlorhexidine allergy is being increasingly recognised and tests are now available to detect if you are already sensitized.
A specific IgE blood test to chlorhexidine is available (cut off normal
Best Wishes.
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