dexcom

  1. EllieM

    cgm delay question plus calibration

    OK, I have something that I've been wondering about since acquiring a dexcom G6. I know that some people loop (@LooperCat ?) but how does that work with the typical delay between interstitial and blood glucose levels? I'm currently basal/bolus (lantus/humalog). Insulin resistant (thanks T2...
  2. A

    A question : is it legal to refuse replacement of not working item?

    Hello all, it is me again with my problem, sorry : I paid about 2000 pounds for a year to Dexcom, 2 of 4 transmitters failed, one after one month of work, the second after two weeks of work instead of three months. My claims for replacement were declined because of use of unofficial software...
  3. A

    Dexcom G6 is chlorinated chicken at a huge price

    Just about my experience with Dexcom GMS. I paid about 2000 pounds for a year, 2 of 4 transmitters failed, one after one month of work, the second after two weeks of work (instead of 3 months) . My claims for replacement were declined because of use of unofficial software. It is obviuos that...
  4. EllieM

    dexcom advice - how to avoid allergy

    Dexcom g6 has finally made it to New Zealand and I am going to splash out on a transmitter and some sensors. (Or maybe sign up for a yearly plan, which effectively gives you free transmitters, but has a NZ$700 cancellation fee if the sensors don't work for me.) So, my issue is that I am one of...
  5. esarkaye

    Continuous Glucose Monitoring as a Matter of Justice

    Dear all, I'm a PhD candidate in moral philosophy and have just published an article (freely available via open access) that might be of interest to you. In the article, I review evidence of the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for self-management of type 1 diabetes. Since CGM is...
  6. Sgathach

    Super happy at HbA1c!

    Hi everyone, I'm super happy and just want to share: Diagnosed in February this year, I felt so lost and shocked. But I researched a lot, made connections and learned a lot. Things have been improving more and more. I've joined facebook groups, athletes with diabetes groups. I wasn't able to...
  7. D

    Tandem T:Slim insulin pump?

    My current Accu Chek Spirit Combo is out of warranty and I’m looking to change. Any useful advice or experience with the T:slim pumps? Especially without the use of a CGM. I use a libre and am currently trying to get finding for a dexcom. But worse case I’d be using the T:slim solo. How is it...
  8. Sgathach

    Update: Newly diagnosed - now as type 1

    Well 2020 certainly doesn't like things straightforwars eh? Diagnosed in mid february as type 2 out of the blue, with HbA1c at 11.8%, 1 week later diagnosed as type 1.5 maybe, as c peptide level was 0.8 out of a range of 1.1-1.4 and HbA1c had climbed to 12.1%. Put on 10 units of lantus a day but...
  9. sweetyoyofilm

    T1D Filmmaker Here. I made a short film about growing up with T1D

    Hello my fellow T1Ds! I'm new to this forum but I had something I wanted to share. I'm a filmmaker from Canada who was struggling to see T1D properly represented in film - or represented at all for that matter - so I decided to save up some money and make my own short that explores what it's...
  10. P

    Dexcom on NHS Rather than Libre

    Saw my DSN today and was told that the Freestyle Libre is now available on the NHS for everybody. Not sure if this is London only or a nationwide thing. I'm unsure about the libre as it doesn't send results directly to your phone or give alerts. I'm aware of the Miao Miao add on which will do...
  11. L

    Replacing the battery in the dexcom

    Hello, I bought a transmitter with already changed batteries. Please tell me in what ways it will be better to change the batteries and than will need it later to close? I buy Maxell SR1120W
  12. _rhysmichael

    Type 1 (Hypo unawareness?) At what levels should you start feeling hypos?

    What sort of levels is it normal to start feeling Hypo symptoms? I'm 22 and was diagnosed a type 1 in mid-February (about a month and a half ago). Initially I found I would have to go down to the low 3's to feel any of the symptoms, but I just randomly tested and it was 2.7 and I didn't feel...
  13. Marie 2

    Dexcom Company Changes

    Dexcom announced it is laying off a bunch of people and moving services to the Philippines. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/technology/sd-fi-dexcom-layoffs-san-diego-20190222-story.html I gather they announced record earnings and that they were laying off people in San Diego and...
  14. R

    Newly pregnant AND 42!

    Hi there, I’m 42 and have just found out I’m 4 weeks pregnant with my first! Looking for any advice anyone would like to share?! I fell pregnant 8 years ago and miscarried at about 6 weeks. My TYPE 2 wasn’t controlled at all and a likely reason for the miscarriage The last 8 years have been a...
  15. El_em

    Dexcom G6 - second sensor totally inaccurate day 1

    I'm on day 10 of using the Dexcom G6 and this morning swapped my first sensor for a new one. Did everything the same as previously but this one is horribly inaccurate. It started by giving me false low readings (luckily I checked so I didn't correct) of 2.5 compared to 4.6 from a finger prick...
  16. D

    Dexcom G6 approved in the USA

    The new Dexcom G6 has been approved by the FDA https://www.dexcom.com/g6-cgm-system No calibration. 10 day life. Better applicator.
  17. C

    Dexcom g5, bluetooth and smart watches???

    Hi everyone, I thinking of trying CGM for the first time and the Dexacom G5 seems like a good option offering alerts and a longer sensor life than others on the UK market. Has anyone got experience with android smart devices and dexcom? I spend time in France (as well as...
  18. Postleneo

    Dexcom users advice please!

    Hi guys just after some advice. Currently use Dexcom G4 linked to Animas Vibe and noted that whilst sensor is waterproof the pump fails to get a signal after a short time when submerged in water whist I bathe. Do you know of any recommended patches that would keep the sensor dry? Reason I'm...
  19. Postleneo

    Dexcom users advice please!

    Hi guys just after some advice. Currently use Dexcom G4 linked to Animas Vibe and noted that whilst sensor is waterproof the pump fails to get a signal after a short time when submerged in water whist I bathe. Do you know of any recommended patches that would keep the sensor dry? Reason I'm...
  20. BeckiDover

    Dexcom Vs. Freestyle Libre - Blood Glucose Testing

    Hi! I was diagnosed with Type 1 back in January, and I still have this fear of testing my Blood Glucose in public (injecting I feel fine with - weirdly). I've seen a lot of people on instagram who use either Dexcom sensors or Freestyle Libre, which allow you to monitor and track your blood...