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Anyone having big reliability issues with Freestyle Libre 2 Plus sensors?
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foolhandy
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I know, I've never had more than one before. First and third (which is still on as I'm hoping it'll kick in!) says 'sensor error' and that glucose readings are paused. I have had this before twice (out of 23 in total) with a Libre 2 and it never did start working again. The middle one just gave a not working error. They were in batches of two via the chemist just like all my other ones have been.
grantg
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i've found with the glucose readings paused is usually proceeded by a rapid quick change of readings. have had before 3-4 hours before was ok. can also apaprently get if dehydrated advice abbotts gave before was to ensure drank at least 8 cups of water through the day. take it 'sensor error' had something with replace afterwards. should be able to get the sensors replaced. would be handier imo if pharmacy's were able to replcae rather than wait indoors for replacements for shipping which your not notified of day never mind a rough time. abbots usually are fairly decent at replacing faulty sensors.
you could see how you get on with: https://dexcom.com/en-GB/dexcom-one-plus-sample thats a 10 day free sample if not had one before.
theres also a newer freestyle libre select. (recently out in france might come to uk...) libre2plus trial in uk is currently paused for some odd reason. you could try ask them to replace with the libre3 to see if that works out better for you as another alternative option. imo would love to see a long term option become available in uk eg eversense 365 or simular.
foolhandy
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I'll try the Dexcom, thank you. I've ordered another one from the doctor, and suggested a Libre 3 might be an option. (Also cheekily asked of there were any Libre 2s still knocking about!)
The glucose paused message is overlaid a SENSOR ERROR message in the background. I've never had a paused message in day-to-day use, only ever on first application.
I'll filled in all the return forms, they were very good with the other 2 that went wrong.
The glucose paused message is overlaid a SENSOR ERROR message in the background. I've never had a paused message in day-to-day use, only ever on first application.
I'll filled in all the return forms, they were very good with the other 2 that went wrong.
I have been using libre 2+ for nearly a year. I don’t think I have had any that don’t last the full 15 days. I am now on Omnipod 5 closed loop and the only issue I have is having to wear the sensor on my arm which means for connectivity I have to wear the pod there too. For that reason I am going to ask to change to Dexcom.
I have never had any issues at all, they last the full 15 days, so not sure why yours are not doing so! Contact Abbot and see if they can help! Hopefully the can resolve your issue.
Is Vic There ?
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In the couple of weeks I have had to replace two more Sensors through Abbots. They both last about 5 or 6 days and fell out. Since being on the libre 2 plus I have had far more drop out or simply stop working the I did on theprevious sensor.
Good that more people have found this thread on diabetes.co.uk and we are starting to see the extent and size of the issue. Will Abbotts improve their glue ?
Good that more people have found this thread on diabetes.co.uk and we are starting to see the extent and size of the issue. Will Abbotts improve their glue ?
grantg
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last 2 sensors been fairly difficult to get off here. perhaps they've changed it a little.
can use likes of overpatches to help. i've found ensuring wash through dry then use a couple of pre-injection alcohol swabs to ensure that as much oil traces off assisted lots.
Lazelle
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Just tossed one into the bin, it was giving readings that were less than half what a pair of finger prick meters gave.
Entertaining watching the Libre reporting that I was now dead of hypoglycaemia.
Once my blood sugar was approaching zero, out pops the "sensor error" flag.
I nickname mine "Starmer's"
Entertaining watching the Libre reporting that I was now dead of hypoglycaemia.
Once my blood sugar was approaching zero, out pops the "sensor error" flag.
I nickname mine "Starmer's"
moray lass
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Hi been on libre 2 plus for about 3 months and haven't had any problems..In fact still stuck firmly and don't come off easily when time to change. Do find it takes a couple of days to settle down but lasts the full 15 days. So no problems Long may it last!!! Fingers crossed
I had two fail last night. One the needle fell out on attaching to my arm, the other stuck to my arm but simply wouldn't connect to my phone. I rebooted my phone several times but no joy.
I've requested replacements, and have contacted Dexcom for the free trial. In the meantime I'm back to finger pricking. It's ridiculous, and terrible quality control. Why issue the **** things if they aren't ready for rollout.
I've requested replacements, and have contacted Dexcom for the free trial. In the meantime I'm back to finger pricking. It's ridiculous, and terrible quality control. Why issue the **** things if they aren't ready for rollout.
Is Vic There ?
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I hope you sent these failed back to Abbotts - Even though they say they have tested. I have found the production quality varies greatly, One of the most common issues being they just fall off the arm as the glue mix was poor.
I'm not sure that Abbotts are learning from the issues as they simply replace the items.
I have recommended to Abbotts that they read these posts and that it would be great if they started their own forumn for people to report issues to them.
It would be great to have real communications with Abbotts and feel that the feedback we are giving is being used for improvements but at the moment I'm not hearing any moves towards open communication.
https://www.freestyle.abbott/uk-en/...4MQlYufR3EhbyHpjlpeGxgfkzbGFxPM4qoW6zVdtZw61Q
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Is Vic There ?
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I Like the nickname for the Sensors - Please remember you can report and send the sensors back
https://www.freestyle.abbott/uk-en/...4MQlYufR3EhbyHpjlpeGxgfkzbGFxPM4qoW6zVdtZw61Q
moray lass
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I think you have a very valid point there. I personally don't have a problem but it's early days. Many seem to be having problems and a bit from Abbott as to what they are doing about it would be helpful .
Is Vic There ?
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If you use the returns form for your Sensor you will see the Abbots site now has a predefined option to advise where the sensor simply falls off the arm. Which says to me this is a common problem.
Abbotts are clearly taking this on board but it really would be good to know what they are doing to improve the glue mix to save the pain of having to replace the sensors.
Form is here: https://www.freestyle.abbott/uk-en/...4MQlYufR3EhbyHpjlpeGxgfkzbGFxPM4qoW6zVdtZw61Q
Abbotts are clearly taking this on board but it really would be good to know what they are doing to improve the glue mix to save the pain of having to replace the sensors.
Form is here: https://www.freestyle.abbott/uk-en/...4MQlYufR3EhbyHpjlpeGxgfkzbGFxPM4qoW6zVdtZw61Q
