"Gloves are not condoms"

SO TRUE.

Gloves are not used internally on a very delicate part of the body.

Gloves are not subject to moist internal surfaces.

Gloves are not rubbed for hour on end into the skin.

Gloves don't have toxic lubricants.

Condoms present a far, far greater risk then gloves.

FAR GREATER

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"According to the A m e r i c a n Academy of A l l e rg y, Asthma &
Immunology (AAAAI), the greatest danger of severe reactions occurs when
latex comes in contact with moist areas of the body or internal
surfaces."

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"...... new concerns are arising regarding allergic or other toxic
reactions to various components of latex condoms such as vulcanization
accelerators, latex proteins, spermicides and finishing powders."

"* Studies are needed to evaluate the best lubricants to use in the
manufacture of condoms. Evidence suggests that the right quantity, type
and placement of lubricant is important for condom functionality,
acceptability and safety.
In addition, the added value and risk presented by spermicidal lubricants
and by dry finishing powders (e.g. talc or cornstarch) should be
critically examined."

"Since the late 1980s the reported incidence
of allergy to natural rubber latex has increased dramatically, as much as
12 -fold."

"Latex allergy is incurable, although the symptoms, such as itching,
soreness, painful blistering, runny noses, swollen eyes, asthma symptoms
and anaphylaxis can be ameliorated.
Everyone who has contact wi th natural rubber latex is potentially at risk
from sensitisation.
Both patients and health care workers can be at risk from allergic
reactions to natural rubber latex. Over the past decade, allergic
reactions to natural
rubber latex have become a major public health concern."

" Once a person has developed latex allergy, however mild, they are
“sensitised” to latex and are at risk from severe allergic reactions."

"Delayed cell-mediated reactions are the most common form of
hypersensitivity reaction to natural rubber latex. These reactions are to
individual chemical residues from the production process such as
accelerants used in the vulcanisation process which is required to
strengthen the product.
The residual chemicals may bloo on the surface of the products and can be
absorbed through the skin upon contact."

Condoms contain compounds known to cause cancer and serious birth defects
in substantial quantities
SOURCE. Condom Industry web site and Beacon Pharmaceuticals, July 2001

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COMMON LUBRICANTS AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS
Nonoxynol 9: Poison by intraperitoneal route. Mutation data reported. When
to decomposition, it emits acrid smoke and fumes (HC, . 958).
Parrafin: Possible carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data by
implant route. (HC, p. 982; HOP, p. 212).
Chlorhexidine: Mildly toxic by ingestion. Skin irritant. Mutation data
reported (HC, p. 167).
Lidocaine: Poison by ingestion and subcutaneous routes. Excitement,
hallucinations, distorted perceptions, changes in heart rate, and dyspnea.
Anaesthetic rapidly absorbed by mucous membranes. Excessive doses may
cause methemoglobinemia (HC, p. 439;
HOP, p.341.)
Mineral oil/petrolatum: A human teratogen that causes testicular tumors in
the fetus.
of vapor or particles can cause pneumonia.
Possibly
produces gastrointestinal tumors. Deposits accumulate in the lymphnodes
and dissolves and prevents the absorption of vitamin A from the intestines
(HC, p. 885; HOP. p. 206, 410.)
Polyethylene glycol: Moderately toxic. Eye irritant. Possible carcinogen
and flammable. Many glycols produce severe acidosis, central nervous
system damage, and congestion (HC, p. 1053; HOP, pp. 193-195.)
Sodium borate: A.K.A. borax. Toxic to all cells. Prolonged absorption
casues anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea, and anemia (HOP, p. 396).
Propylene glycol: Slightly toxic. Causes convulsions, mutations, and
surface EEG changes (HC, p. 1086).
Carboxymethylcellulose,
hydroxymethylcellulose,
polyscorbate 60:
The first of these compounds has been shown to cause cancer in animals.
Used in cosmetics, inhalation of these products could cause chemical
pneumonitis. Bodily implantation of these substances will cause foreign
body [antibody] reaction (HOP, p. 308).
Triethanolamine: Moderately toxic by ingestion. Liver and kidney damage
has been demonstrated in animals from chronic exposure. Possible
carcinogen (HC, p. 1273).
Methylparaben, propylparaben: Close chemical cousins of benzoic acid.
Poisonous and moderately toxic. An allergen. Causes dyspnea and allergic
dermatitis (HC. pp. 132, 695, 702).
Source: The Hazardous Chemicals Desk reference (HC) and The Handbook of
Poisoning (HOP).