There are so many exam gloves to choose from. However, powdered gloves might not be around too much longer. The FDA recently published the article: Proposal to Ban Powdered Surgeon's Gloves, Powdered Patient Examination Gloves, and Absorbable Powder for Lubricating a Surgeon's Glove.
They are finding issues caused by the powder on the gloves and are causing serious injury to patients. Risks include: respiratory allergic reactions, lung inflammation, post-surgical adhesions, & possible death. The FDA doesn't think updated or new labels on gloves will correct the issue and powdered gloves are avoidable.
See more information on the FDA's website.
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