I recently spent 3 months travelling in South Asia - temperatures ranging from 18 degrees to 38 degrees.
On the advice of my consultant I took spare Guardian 4 sensors as I expressed worry over failures (as I expereienced regular failures here in the UK). I was amazed with my experience. Only...
I have been using Libre sensors on the back of my arms since 2018. Experienced couple of failures over 4 years.
Then replaced these with the medtronic Guardian sensor 4 in October 2023. I used my abdomen but many sensors failed regularly. For past 3 months I have used upper thighs and with the...
Good day folks
I recently started using Guardian sensor 4 for my Medtronic insulin pump 780g. I am immensely grateful to our NHS for supporting diabetics.
Previously I was using Libre sensors 2.
As my current sensor ends this week I decided to keep it on.
However, I've noticed interesting...
I alternate for a new sensor. Also place the sensor in different place e.g. higher up to just above the elbow.
No pain experienced or difference in readings noticed.
It's faulty.
Your hospital clinic should be able to replace this. Alternatively call libre sensors customer careline 0800 1701177 they'll replace this for free.
Super caring staff. I've had 3 faulty experience similar to your over past two years.
All the best
Hi there
Welcome to Scotland.
I attend Stobhill hospital Glasgow G21 3UW
The staff are amazing and incredibly supportive. Very happy with my treatment - insulin pump and libre sensor 2.
Have the utmost respect.
I'm sure you'll probably receive similar treatment at other Glasgow clinics...