Reports of children and adults having allergic reactions after latex exposure are appearing in the literature in increasing numbers. The reactions have ranged from rashes, hives and swelling to respiratory distress and even death. Unfortunately, although latex is a common component in many hospital and household products, many health care workers remain unaware of the potential implications of latex allergy on their work and on the health and safety of their patients.
关于儿童和成人在接触乳胶后出现过敏反应的报告在文献中越来越多。这些反应从皮疹、荨麻疹和肿胀到呼吸窘迫甚至死亡不等。不幸的是，尽管乳胶是许多医院和家用产品中的常见成分，但许多医护人员仍然没有意识到乳胶过敏对他们的工作以及对患者健康和安全的潜在影响。
