Libre 2 and hypos

[Dollylolly]

Well I took the plunge and bought one to trial

It’s brilliant and I can’t fault it but I seem to be getting hypos at 3.1 to 3.8 as of last night. 3.8 felt fine but the 3.1 I felt clammy. I hope the thing isn’t faulty but it did come from Abbott themselves so they will replace. All other readings look fine to me other than the hypo when awake which kind of freaked me a little, read drama Queen but some sweets and I was fine.

it’s on my left arm but I’ve heard I could be causing it as I sleep on that side so is there is any truth in it, plus some have it on their chests. How does that work for folks?

 

[Deleted member 527103]

There are many many many threads on Libre if you use the Search function at the top right of every page.

These threads explain the limitations of the sensors which include
- many of us find they are less accurate for the first day or two after applying
- they are calibrated to be most accurate for "normal" readings (between about 4 and 9) so any lows and highs should be checked with finger pricks
- all CGMs are subject to "compression lows" when they record lower readings when pressure is applied.
- some sensors are less accurate and Abbott will replace these but you need to prove the inaccuracy with finger pricks ... and they tend not to replace based on day one readings

CGMS and Libre are great but only if you understand the limitations and how to use the data.

 

[Daibell]

Those feelings at 3.8 and 3.1 sound very normal as you go lower so it sounds like the Libre is working fine. I've never had a problem with Libre 2 whilst lying on my side or even 1 hour after fitting.