Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3194419 | Clinics in Dermatology | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Rubber is a ubiquitous material with a varied range of properties resulting from its manufacturing process. Rubber allergy also has various forms and is a common cause of morbidity in many occupations. This contribution discusses the main issues surrounding allergy to this compound and at each section distinguishes between type I allergy to latex (natural rubber) and type IV allergy to rubber additives.
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Authors
Dev Shah, Mahbub M.U. Chowdhury,