pridemom
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 3:54:35 GMT
20yo DS has had persistent eczema on his hands for almost a year from gloves he wears at work. They purchase hypo allergenic gloves for him, but he still has horrible rashes on his hands. He uses a RX cream, but until he works in a position not requiring gloves, I doubt it will clear. His gloves are made from the same material used for most condoms.
Today he told me he is not sure what he would do for condoms without fear of breaking out from contact. He's not dating anyone, so it's not urgent, but stil... I looked up sheepskin condoms, but they don't protect against STi/STDs.
We teach abstinence in our home, but also teach BC because I am realistic and don't want my kids' futures determined by ignorance. I told him at this point, he can only count on abstinence unless he wants to risk a skin reaction. He is going to talk to the doctor for more advice at his next visit.
Since Peas/RefuPeas know all (lol), I thought I would ask for any other suggestions.
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Aug 16, 2015 3:59:56 GMT
Okay, slight diversion from your actual question: you said his gloves are made from the same materials as most condoms. Most condoms are made from latex. So why aren't they buying him vinyl gloves?
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Post by Peal on Aug 16, 2015 4:00:24 GMT
There are non latex options that aren't sheepskin. I assume his reaction is to latex. There is a brand that makes condoms out of polyisoprene that protect against pregnancy and STDs.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2015 4:01:55 GMT
Latex allergies are pretty common. I bet there are latex-free condoms out there that aren't sheepskin. ETA: Trojan makes a latex-free condom that does protect against STIs (it's polyurethane). ETA again: Here is a whole selection of latex-free condoms. The Naturalamb ones are the only ones that are only for pregnancy prevention; the rest are for both STI and pregnancy prevention.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 4:06:11 GMT
There are non latex options that aren't sheepskin. I assume his reaction is to latex. There is a brand that makes condoms out of polyisoprene that protect against pregnancy and STDs. He reacts to both latex and the non-latex products.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 4:07:19 GMT
Okay, slight diversion from your actual question: you said his gloves are made from the same materials as most condoms. Most condoms are made from latex. So why aren't they buying him vinyl gloves? They are buying him a non-latex glove, but he still reacts.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2015 4:09:21 GMT
Okay, slight diversion from your actual question: you said his gloves are made from the same materials as most condoms. Most condoms are made from latex. So why aren't they buying him vinyl gloves? They are buying him a non-latex glove, but he still reacts. Could he be reacting to the powder in the gloves, not the gloves themselves?
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 4:11:52 GMT
They are buying him a non-latex glove, but he still reacts. Could he be reacting to the powder in the gloves, not the gloves themselves? I don't know if his gloves have powder or not. He's at work now.
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Post by hookedonpeas on Aug 16, 2015 4:12:17 GMT
I'd take him to an allergist and have him tested to find out exactly what he is allergic to rather than playing a guessing game.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 4:18:03 GMT
I'd take him to an allergist and have him tested to find out exactly what he is allergic to rather than playing a guessing game. I've suggested a specialist and will again. He's an adult so I've passed his healthcare over to him a while ago.
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Post by ComplicatedLady on Aug 16, 2015 4:20:37 GMT
I was also going to ask if he's reacting to the powder in the gloves or maybe having severe hand dryness from washing his hands multiple times a day and then drying his skin even more by wearing the gloves. I worked a job where I had to wear gloves (latex free) throughout the day and after working several days in a row, my skin on my hands would get red, dry, and cracked. Now I have a job that doesn't require gloves. That being said though (tmi alert), I do get a mild itchy reaction to my diva cup and to latex condoms. So I guess I don't know what to tell you except I can relate. An allergist and/or allergy testing may be the best idea.
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Aug 16, 2015 5:06:06 GMT
Okay, slight diversion from your actual question: you said his gloves are made from the same materials as most condoms. Most condoms are made from latex. So why aren't they buying him vinyl gloves? They are buying him a non-latex glove, but he still reacts. Fair enough. I thought maybe they were still latex but somehow marketed as hypoallergenic or something. If you think it's a latex allergy, I'd really want it confirmed, so I agree with the people suggesting the allergist. I used to work with someone whose latex allergy would cause anaphylaxis. But besides that, if he ever needs surgery or other urgent treatment, it's going to be pretty important for medical personnel to know.
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Aug 16, 2015 8:11:32 GMT
I had the same awful eczema for years while I worked wearing gloves. I was never allergic to latex, nor have I ever reacted to condoms. I would likely think the powder is culprit before latex, however given the implication in medical care, I would see a doctor / allergist to be on the safe side.
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Post by gsquaredmom on Aug 16, 2015 8:59:59 GMT
Has he tried powder free gloves?
Nitrile gloves?
Perhsps a urologist can suggest specialized condoms.
The bigger concern for me is what if he ever needs surgery? Sounds like he needs allergy testing to see what he has for sure.
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Post by anniebygaslight on Aug 16, 2015 9:51:44 GMT
A moment's googling showed that there are numerous options available. Best order him some so that he is not caught short.
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Post by momto4kiddos on Aug 16, 2015 11:39:46 GMT
I'd take him to an allergist and have him tested to find out exactly what he is allergic to rather than playing a guessing game. I've suggested a specialist and will again. He's an adult so I've passed his healthcare over to him a while ago. I'd really encourage him to go this route too! We had ds allergy tested at one point (just seasonal stuff.) It was really no big deal at all. An hour or so at an allergists while they figured out what he reacted to and what he didn't. Considering the gloves are such a problem for him, i'd be looking to find out what exactly he's allergic to - especially given that it's brought up the subject of condoms.
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Post by hop2 on Aug 16, 2015 12:15:27 GMT
He's wearing the gloves all day. Probably a few shirts of several hours. Plus his skin won't breath in the gloves and there's a build up of moisture/sweat/heat for the long stretches of time he has them on. If it's just eczema, not hives, then his hands could be reacting to the containment for long periods of time not the actual gloves.
So, ummm could he wear the other for less time? Clean real well after, then let it breathe so to speak?
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Post by gracieplusthree on Aug 16, 2015 12:31:38 GMT
I friend of mines daughter is allergic to latex, and its everywhere, she has like burn scars from coming in contact with things.. The gasket around the door on the washing machine, balloons, pencil erasers, soles of some of her shoes, the balls in the gymnasium are all examples of things she has reacted to because they contain latex.---also its evidently common for latex allergy people to also react to bananas? or so that's what they were told because she can't have those either.
I'm thinking his issue may not be latex,otherwise the non latex gloves wouldn't cause the breakout as well.
If he washes his hands all day long it could be the handsoap. I worked in daycare for 3years and we used dial soap and it ate me alive! finally I was able to get the director and our area inspector lady to allow me to use softsoap, proper handwashing has been proven effective even if you aren't using the super germ killing soaps. It could be that the soap is just SOOO drying, then he's putting on gloves which are also drying(especially if they have the powder in them) and that's just super drying out his hands. My hands would crack open and bleed,it was horrible and ALL because of the soap.
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Post by gsquaredmom on Aug 16, 2015 12:38:07 GMT
People are making some great points about how it could be caused by moisture, continuous wear, etc.
What about silk or cotton liners?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2015 12:43:22 GMT
I'd take him to an allergist and have him tested to find out exactly what he is allergic to rather than playing a guessing game. I've suggested a specialist and will again. He's an adult so I've passed his healthcare over to him a while ago. Good for him for taking care of all his healthcare at just 20. Because he is that mature and responsible, I am sure he can find the answers to this question... hehe .
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 13:07:05 GMT
I've suggested a specialist and will again. He's an adult so I've passed his healthcare over to him a while ago. Good for him for taking care of all his healthcare at just 20. Because he is that mature and responsible, I am sure he can find the answers to this question... hehe . I guide him when he asks, but won't force him. He has paid for his own doctor and medication co pays for two years now. I'd like to know how many 20yo guys even talk to a parent about condoms. He went through thorough allergy testing when he was younger to see if his asthma had allergy triggers. I do think it's time to switch from our family doc to a dermatologist for a more experienced point of view.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 13:09:17 GMT
People are making some great points about how it could be caused by moisture, continuous wear, etc. What about silk or cotton liners? He works in food service, so this may or may not be possible. I think moisture may be part of the issue.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2015 13:19:48 GMT
Good for him for taking care of all his healthcare at just 20. Because he is that mature and responsible, I am sure he can find the answers to this question... hehe . I guide him when he asks, but won't force him. He has paid for his own doctor and medication co pays for two years now. I'd like to know how many 20yo guys even talk to a parent about condoms. He went through thorough allergy testing when he was younger to see if his asthma had allergy triggers. I do think it's time to switch from our family doc to a dermatologist for a more experienced point of view. I think you are a good mom. At first I felt it was awkward to talk or even think about a 20 year old son's BC, but then I thought that I would not hesitate to help a 20 year daughter with BC questions so why not a son??
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 13:32:04 GMT
I guide him when he asks, but won't force him. He has paid for his own doctor and medication co pays for two years now. I'd like to know how many 20yo guys even talk to a parent about condoms. He went through thorough allergy testing when he was younger to see if his asthma had allergy triggers. I do think it's time to switch from our family doc to a dermatologist for a more experienced point of view. I think you are a good mom. At first I felt it was awkward to talk or even think about a 20 year old son's BC, but then I thought that I would not hesitate to help a 20 year daughter with BC questions so why not a son?? Thank you. I realized that parenting a young adult is so different from the previous years. We are stumbling through. My kids groan because I take opportunity to turn conversation topics around to healthy relationships. I would rather they get tired of hearing it from me than to get their information from their friends. If they mention a girl at school is pregnant, we talk about BC. When our friends' kid was planning a wedding at 17 (not pregnant), we talked about brain development, getting career training, and waiting until at least 22yo to marry. When DS's best friend got a girl pregnant and had to drop out of Engineering School to be a dad, we talked at length about how one night affects three lives forever.
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Post by shanni on Aug 16, 2015 13:32:47 GMT
He went through thorough allergy testing when he was younger to see if his asthma had allergy triggers. I do think it's time to switch from our family doc to a dermatologist for a more experienced point of view. Did they test for latex specifically? Also, our allergist told me that new allergens can develop over time. I think you are a great mom- I can't imagine going to my parents with something like that at 20. I know you have said you've turned his health care over to him, which is great. At 20 he probably doesn't realize the impact of latex allergy beyond his sex life. I would explain to him how important it is to find out for sure if he's allergic to latex and get it in his medical files if he is. He sounds like a responsible kid- maybe if he understands the medical implications it will give him the extra motivation he needs to see a specialist.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 13:40:21 GMT
He went through thorough allergy testing when he was younger to see if his asthma had allergy triggers. I do think it's time to switch from our family doc to a dermatologist for a more experienced point of view. Did they test for latex specifically? Also, our allergist told me that new allergens can develop over time. I think you are a great mom- I can't imagine going to my parents with something like that at 20. I know you have said you've turned his health care over to him, which is great. At 20 he probably doesn't realize the impact of latex allergy beyond his sex life. I would explain to him how important it is to find out for sure if he's allergic to latex and get it in his medical files if he is. He sounds like a responsible kid- maybe if he understands the medical implications it will give him the extra motivation he needs to see a specialist. I will talk to him today about seeing a dermatologist. I think that will get the right attention. He works full time and is a full time student. I am very proud of the young man he's becoming. I was very worried about him in high school. He's smart, but would check out if a teacher didn't engage him.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Aug 16, 2015 14:05:44 GMT
If he washes his hands all day long it could be the handsoap. I worked in daycare for 3years and we used dial soap and it ate me alive! finally I was able to get the director and our area inspector lady to allow me to use softsoap, proper handwashing has been proven effective even if you aren't using the super germ killing soaps. It could be that the soap is just SOOO drying, then he's putting on gloves which are also drying(especially if they have the powder in them) and that's just super drying out his hands. My hands would crack open and bleed,it was horrible and ALL because of the soap. This reminds me of something. My brother was getting this nasty rash and sometimes hives that wouldn't go away no matter what he did. He finally went in and got allergy testing and it turned out he is allergic to triclosan and polypropylene glycol, both of which are in many soaps, shampoos, household cleaners, paint, lots and lots of stuff you wouldn't expect one or both to be in. He has to be really careful to try to limit his exposure to either one because if he gets the rash it will last for months.
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Post by YooHoot on Aug 16, 2015 14:06:19 GMT
We are latex free office. Our everyday gloves are latex free/powder free. Because we change them so often, we don't need the powder. Our surgical gloves (where we can be wearing them for 2+ hours) are latex free with powder. I would suggest latex free/powder free and change them more often.
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Post by Yubon Peatlejuice on Aug 16, 2015 16:30:36 GMT
He's 20. He's old enough to do his own Googling or talk to his own doctor about what brand of condoms to wear. I find it incredibly creepy that his Mommy is doing it for him.
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Post by pridemom on Aug 16, 2015 18:39:12 GMT
He's 20. He's old enough to do his own Googling or talk to his own doctor about what brand of condoms to wear. I find it incredibly creepy that his Mommy is doing it for him. If I valued your opinion this might mean something. Your posts are full of hate and spite. I really pity you and hope that one day you can find joy through means that do not demean others.
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