Dexcom 7
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I will follow with interest because the G7 has just become available in my country (New Zealand). I am particularly interested to know if the follow app is the same. I currently use it to display my bg on a fitbit watch and would love to know if this will still work...
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I am a self funding G6 user on MDI and have just changed my subscription to G7 going forward. Using the cheapest payment options, the G7 will be about £275 cheaper per year than my current G6 package. FYI the G7 is not yet licensed for linking to insulin pumps as this is only just started being tested by pump manufacturers. Apparently probably a year - 18 months before this is complete. I'll receive my first lot of G7 in January (plenty of G6 gear still to use!).
Hi,
My 2 year old has been using the dexcom 7 for 10 days. So onto the 2nd application. The first one worked straight away however this one has started on really low readings compared to her actual BG. I read that this happened on occasion on the dexcom 6. Just hoping it corrects itself soon. I've collabrated a couple of times but still out about 6ml.
Fingers crossed it sorts itself as last 10 days it worked really well
Super jealous! I have been asking for a Dexcom for ages but for now am stuck with a libre. I really want a CGm
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Hi,
Without wishing to rock (derail this particular topic.)
There is a way to get a full on “CGM” experience with a Libre. (If you have the L2, even better.)
Feel free to start your own thread? (You will get many thoughts on this.)
Thanks! I have done this with a MiaoMiao recently after reading this guide https://diabetes.gifts/the-perfect-christmas-gift-for-type-1-diabetics/?amp=1 but I would prefer a more “native” experience if that makes sense.
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If you have Libre 2, the Miaomiao is not required.
I was grateful to get rid of mine. Not just the extra bulk but also it was starting to carry less charge.
Oh interesting, I’ll do some research on how to turn a Libre 2 into a CGM and then maybe a start a thread if I can’t figure it out, thanks!
I wish I could use a CGM but I’m allergic to all tapes and latex’s. They burn then come off with my skin attached.
