Dexcom placements

Jacob_Buchan_

Jacob_Buchan_

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Type of diabetes
Type 1
Hey folks, so I switched to dexcom G6 a few months ago so I could go onto the Tslim pump.
The clinic have recommended to try the G6 on my stomach when my arm needs a brake however I am a front sleeper and worried laying on it all night could cause faults?
Anyone else a front sleeper and have their CGM on the stomach? Any issues?

(Also can't use left arm as full tattoo sleeve that interferes with CGM readings and signal )
 
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sninge

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Type of diabetes
Type 1
Treatment type
Pump
I have used both g6 & g7 on my stomach and I also have used them on my thighs and upper butt. I do get ' compression lows ' during the first 24hrs but all my readings are out during that period. Even on my arms I get them as I sleep on all sides so really doesn't make any difference where I place them, after settling in they are incredibly accurate and I love them.
 
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Jacob_Buchan_

Jacob_Buchan_

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Type of diabetes
Type 1
Ahh okay, I will give it a try on the next sensor change then and see how I get on thankyou!

Yeh im loving the g6! I was on Libre before it and woe what a difference in accuracy and reliability too!
 
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