Hi PC, I have recently discovered that I have developed an allergy to latex. Now I have many questions like, what is the difference between latex and rubber? What factors of latex items should I keep a watch out for? Is a strong smell any indication of a threat?

I have been searching the house for rubbery items, because they may have been playing a role with how physically & mentally miserable I've been feeling for the past year. I'm often having troubles deciding which items are the real offenders. I have many things in the house that are both made up of plastic and rubber, and it's hard to decide if they are worth removing.

And when it comes to removing, what is the best method of removal? I want to put all the threatening items into a box and store it someplace, but because I may not be able to handle the smell of latex anymore, is storing anywhere but the trashcan any option?