latex gloves cause of peeling hands?

Question

do you know if latex gloves can cause an allergic reaction?More specifically can it cause the skin on your hands to peel? What causes someone's hands to peel when wearing latex or being in water or otherwise moisterized for an extended amount of time? (These are the simptoms) Thanks for any help or suggestions!

Answer 1

Some people (me being one of them) have a sensitivity to Latex. I can't come in contact with Latex of any kind without it causing a skin reaction.

I would suggest coating your hands with baby powder prior to putting on gloves of any kind. You can also look for sheepskin gloves....they are more expensive, but don't cause the reaction that Latex can.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

LAtex gloves can do 2 things,
1) If you ara allergic you will get a reaction, dryness, itchy, almost like a rash, you can go to a local pharmacy and buy a box of non latex gloves and you will be fine.
2) It has been shown that even people that at first were not allergic to latex, with constant use (nurses, EMT's, paramedics, etc) can develop the allergy to latex.

Last but not least latex allergies apply to any part of your skin and will have similar effects anywhere in your body, so if you use "other" latex products in "other" parts of your body it can also create a rash and scare the bejesus out of you thinking you have an STD. You can also get non-latex condoms to avoid that issue.

Answer 5

Yes, latex gloves can cause your hands to peel. You're either allergic to the latex or the powder in them. There are gloves available for people with sensitive skin. You need these.

Answer 6

You are probably allergic to latex. My daughter has the same problem and many people to. Make sure when you buy gloves they are latex free. They make them.

Also when at hospital or doctor, make sure you tell them latex gloves make you break out. For some people it is life threatening.

Answer 7

The answer is a big YES ! Latex allergies is a worldwide problem,for health care workers and many others. Use the"Vinyl" gloves only,or ones that say "latex free". If the condition of your hands is moderate or severe the best bet is going to your Doctor or Dermatologist,it will require presciption creams etc to resolve the problem. Using a good moisturizing lotion like a cocoa butter type will help with a "minor" problems. Most will need a "antiinflammatory "cream. Take care. SW RNP

Answer 8

Latex is a popular glove material owing to superior grip, high elasticity, and ability to withstand high temperatures and tear resistance. This is the reason why there are many types as latex glove manufacturers strive to satisfy the huge demand. In most cases latex gloves are classified according to other materials used to make it. There are different latex coated gloves manufacturer leading to different types of latex gloves and people should never mistake one for the other. These are gloves primarily made of polyester and then finished off with a layer of latex for its excellent grip even in wet conditions. Unlike nylon gloves textured with latex, these ones are more puncture resistant. This makes polyester gloves with latex finishing an ideal choice for masons, landscapers and construction workers handling sharp tools. This does not disqualify them from use in agricultural and automotive industry.

Answer 9

Yes, millions of people are allergic to latex. Get gloves that do not contain latex and let your doctor know, too.

Answer 10

yes, usually when you go to the doc they ask if you have allergies to latex I believe maybe the powder in the glove. You hands sweat and cause moisture which in turn cause your skin to peel. U need to see a dermatologist for hand cream and find a different kind of plastic glove to wear.