Keeping a Libre 2 on arm when swimming/showering

smc4761

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I find that on occasions when swimming or taking frequent showers my Libre 2 starts to come away from my skin near the end of the 10th/11th day
I am thinking of trying some tape to hold in place or perhaps an armband. Does anyone have any experience of using either and do you have a preference. Thanks
 

Antje77

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I always use this over my sensor.
It usually stays on for the full 14 days, occasionally I need to apply a new patch halfway through.


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In Response

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I have been using Hypafix for a different purpose (never thought of using it to hold a Libre it place) and wanted to relay my recent experience.
I ordered a new box/roll from eBay. I was careful to check the reviews of the vendor and that they are UK based. All looked good so I was disappointed when the parcel arrived. They had posted Mefix instead of the Hypafix that was in the picture and description.
Unfortunately, Mefix uses a water soluble glue so not great for holding something in place in shower or pool.
Moral of my story is to take care when ordering cheap Hypafix.
 
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DEBBIESCOTT

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I use these from Amazon when I go swimming
 

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Braye

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I find that on occasions when swimming or taking frequent showers my Libre 2 starts to come away from my skin near the end of the 10th/11th day
I am thinking of trying some tape to hold in place or perhaps an armband. Does anyone have any experience of using either and do you have a preference. Thanks
they have patches on Amazon