Synonym(s)
Condom allergy
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Contact allergy to condom components as a result of Type IV/Type I sensitization to latex or rubber accelerators, see below rubber allergy, latex allergy. In most cases it is contact urticaria limited to the contact site with itching and swelling. Late reactions after the use of condoms are reported less frequently. Kinically, these occur as severe contact dermatitis/mucositis of the penis or vulva or vagina. Etiologically, rubber additives play an important role (see below rubber allergy).
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Avoid the triggering agent, if necessary use latex-free condoms (e.g. Durex Avanti). Short-term treatment of skin symptoms with external glucocorticoids such as 0.5% hydrocortisone (e.g. Hydro-Wolff, R127, R123 ).
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Burning semen syndrome; Condom allergy; Hydrocortisone emulsion hydrophilic 0.5-1;Outgoing links (7)
Contact urticaria; Glucorticosteroids topical; Hydrocortisone; Hydrocortisone emulsion hydrophilic 0.5-1; Hydrocortisone zinc cream 0.5% (o/w); Latex allergy; Rubber allergy;Disclaimer
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer