Latex Allergy
Mango Reaction Could Be Linked to Poison Ivy Sen…
Q. Many years ago, while my dad was stationed in Hawaii, I climbed the mango trees to pick mangoes for chutney. I got such a terrible reaction: my eyes were swollen shut, my hands were so swollen I co…
Balloon Allergy Could Be Deadly
Q. Can you help me with a medical mystery? I believe I am allergic to latex. I had a reaction when latex balloons were carried by my desk and I ended up in the ER. My primary care doctor thinks I have…
Mango Skin Allergy Mimics Poison Ivy
What plants do you need to avoid? Most people are pretty savvy about staying away from poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac if they have ever developed a nasty rash associated with one of these. But…
Forget Crisco To Counteract Condom Allergy
Q. We need help with a home remedy. My wife seems to be developing an allergy to rubber. After making love she gets a rash and itches something awful. A guy I work with suggested coating the condom wi…