Try wearing cotton gloves underneath the vinyl, latex, etc. Gloves - it worked for me! No drugs!

I had an itch caused by vinyl gloves so now I wear cotton gloves underneath the vinyl gloves and there is no more problem.

This may not work for everyone but it is a drug-free, ointment-free solution; a mechanical solution.

I am a dishwasher. I recently bought a pair of gloves for my job that I thought would work well at resisting the hot temperatures of the water I use. They are "Spontex" Bluettes. They are made of neoprene, nitrile and acrylic. After using them one day, I noticed a rash on my hands. At first I thought it might have been the degreaser that I use in the water --the water will sometimes seep into the sides of my gloves. However, I determined that it was not the degreaser at all.

I have two coworkers who have similar symptoms from using the same type of gloves. In any case, there are three of us with the same allergic reaction. I'm not sure which of the chemicals it is that has caused this rash to appear. Does anyone know?

Also, after reading other's posts, it appears I am not alone. My hands have also broken out with blisters, soreness and dry, bleeding hands. If anyone could give me a resolution to relieve this pain, it would be greatly appreciated.

i too have been using nitrile too and have actually noticed a allergic reaction on my face, rash under my chin from ear to ear -- from the outside of gloves because my hands are okay. I can actually feel my face stinging and a rash coming out as soon as i have the gloves on.

hello. registered nurse here. i believe i am allergic to nitrile gloves. it started as little blisters around the nail. the blisters then pop and ooze a clear liquid that in turn break down the rest of my fingers. then it gets dry and peels. my fingers swell and then when i bend them they crack and bleed. hopefully, someone's tips will help me

Order from Tronex Healthcare. They carry a line of Accelerator Free Gloves

Is there a difference between Nitrile and Nitrate gloves?

it is possible to re-sterilize the nitrile hand gloves. if possible then please provide details on its advantages and disadvantages.

I have also experienced allergies to nitrile gloves; it mostly develops on my fingers. i get these tiny water filled bubbles that itch and burn like crazy. after a while the skin hardens and then peels off. i have found that switching to neoprene gloves gets rid of my allergies.

so it looks as though most of us have similiar symptoms and diagnoses. Steroids are not the answer for me. What is working for people? I am a holistic health practitioner. Last year it went on over a year. Now it's come back with a vengeance the last 12 weeks. This is what I am doing: crab apple flower essence

colloidal silver: 2 protocols so far 10 days each month; dakin's solutions baths (ama just came out with great article with this and skin conditions) 2x a week (1 cup clorox in a full bath, sweat, then go to bed, no lotion, no rinsing) This is standard in hospitals; 3 GMS Nordic Natural Fish oils to cut imflammation;

B Complex; excersise for stress relief; Prayer!

Wellness Formula one week a month by Source Naturals; Hemp Hand Cream in cotton gloves at night, and during the day when you can.

Build the immune system, cut stress, get rid of people getting under your skin, clean up your diet. No fast food, high-fructose corn syrup, and only organic dairy; if you must have dairy at all.

Chapparal Salve is wonderful if you can find someone that makes it. Its an underground herb.

i am allergic to nitrile gloves, but not latex, so i know i do not have a problem with the accelerators that are used in making both types of gloves. My allergy is so severe i turn red, start shaking, have difficulty breathing and swallowing from even walking into a room with nitrile gloves. i spoke with a rep from kimberly clark, who admitted that they knew that there were individuals like me that were sensitive to the nitrile gloves, that they were receiving more calls from individuals having problems with the nitrile gloves. she asked what could she do for me. when i told her i would like the company to inform the hospitals and clinics that the nitrile gloves were not the fix all to the latex problem, that there are people that are sensitive/allergic to the nitrile gloves, and that the same accelerants are used in making both latex and nitrile, so the people that are allergic to the accelerants still have a problem when they switch from latex to nitrile. because these gloves have been so well promoted, hospitals and clinics can't believe that there is individuals like me who have an allergy to the nitrile not latex. the rep started stuttering and got a little hateful. needless to say i haven't heard another word from anyone at kimberly clark. i believe everyone having a problem with the nitrile gloves and accelerators used in both gloves, should come together and insist that these companies make it known to the hospitals and clinics that there are other allergies other than latex.

#16 and #17 you sound like you have what i have. Dyshydrotic eczema. It is made worse by allergies to some of the agents they use to make the gloves and many cosmetics and soaps. Allergies sure are a pain. Here are some of the brands of gloves recommended for those with allergies. Tactylon, Eudermic, Ultraderm and Derma Prene. I hope you find this info helpful. I'm just a housewife and I can't even give my kids a bath without wearing some sort of gloves.

I have eczema. My symptoms are the same as #16's. It has nothing to do with the type of gloves so much as the reaction of our skin to the tight quarters of the gloves. Longer you wear them, the worse they are

Hi, I am having the same problem. I have been in the dental industry for over 10 years and have never had a problem to gloves. Last year, I developed a rash that started on my thumb. I've been to countless doctors, and am now up for rasp testing.

I have switched from Latex, to Vinyl, to Nitrile Accelerant Free, each alleviating my symptoms somewhat and then progressing to the point where my finger tips split open and bleed, I get bubbly rashes on my hands, and they too look like they have been through a meat grinder...ick...

I am now out of work for the second time.

I have been doing research, and has anyone looked into where these gloves are produced and by whom??

They all come from countries that have no production laws, and are often times made by prisoners using "forced labor". They are made in gross disgusting environments by people who are sick, unhealthy, and carry disease, as well as have open skin lesions on their hands.

While everyone is looking at us like we are crazy, why isn't anyone looking at the production facilities where these are made? Why doesn't the medical Industry stand up and *demand* better production?

Please comment, I'd love to hear thoughts on this.

Also, has anyone had luck with workman's compensation? Thanks.

I too work in the health care field. I cannot wear latex or powdered gloves because of allergy to them. My company has always supplied me with latex free, powder free gloves. They are now switching to nitrile gloves.

The first day I wore them they broke me out just like the latex did. Itchy red bumps and if I wear them too long I blister. They have informed us they are discontinuing all other gloves and going completely nitrile!

Please, for all you with nitrile allergies... either have your company buy it or buy it yourself. The product I'm talking about are accelerator free rated nitrile gloves. I know showa-best offers one in green. Look it up.

To anon22190: I work for a chemical manufacture and we switched from latex to nitrile gloves. Now my palms look like they've been through a meat grinder. I've been to two doctors and when I tell them I think it's the nitrile gloves they tell me I'm crazy. My employer will not let me switch back to latex gloves because someone may complain if they are even in the building. I've found no cure or solution.

i am also in the medical profession and have been fighting allergies on my hands, palm side only. this started when we switched to nitrile gloves. my hands itch, burn, crack, form blisters and the skin just peels off. i've seen 6 different allergists and dermatologists. its been going on for a year now. it hurts, looks disgusting and i'm tired of it. help me cure this any suggestions greatly appreciated, thanks.

china nitrile glove manufacture, i agree, this kind of glove is suitable for any one.

Anon, you probably have, Like me a type IV allergy, specifically to the accelerators used in the production process of both latex and normal nitrile gloves. Try out the accelerator free nitrile gloves, they might be the answer. I'm looking forward to trying these myself, as I'm waiting for my company to order them.

the next question is totally accurate and is not intended to be funny in any way. I used a nitrile glove in place of a condom one night. Is this potentially dangerous/or could pregnancy result from this choice?

if i`m allergic to latex (type I) what risk do i have to develop allergy to nitrile?. i want to know because i`ve been using vinyl gloves, but i want a better protection against virus like hepatitis and HIV.

I am allergic to nitrile gloves. The backs of my hands break out in horribly itchy red patches, and with prolonged exposure, they bleed and form blisters. As a respiratory therapist, I must change gloves sometimes 50 to 60 times a night. This is no exaggeration! Latex gloves are wonderful, I have absolutely no reaction. But our hospital is switching to almost all nitrile gloves. i believe this is in response to deals from nitrile distributors, rather than in response to provide gloves for latex sensitive patients. Other health care workers who experience this problem, please post here!

Hi-- Is there any difference in the thickness among the medical, high-risk and utility grades of nitrile gloves?

--JWFlower

What is the difference between nitrile and neoprene gloves?

Allergies to nitrile gloves do exist, but are not as common as allergies to latex gloves.

Will there be any patient reactions to the gloves.