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ambercoco1

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Th ends of my fingers are getting sore and hard as im checking alot recently ny other options im not verry svvy with technology mind thaanks in advance
 
Maybe possible to use a thinner gauge needle. Eg 32g thinner than 30g 28g etc that should help a bit if can get enough of droplet to check. You could if not tried already reduce depth of lancet. Maybe hand moisturiser could help a little too. Guessing you clean with warm water. Ensure to rotate fingers as much as possible using both the left and right sides of each finger if not doing already. Combination of above hopefully will help.
 
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ambercoco1 said:
Th ends of my fingers are getting sore and hard as im checking alot recently ny other options im not verry svvy with technology mind thaanks in advance
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Never use the tip, it's where your nerve endings end up not being very pleased with you. Try the sides, like @Jaylee suggested. Much, much better.
 
I agree with @JoKalsbeek . I will only use the tip of my finger as a last resort if I cannot get any blood from the sides. The tips of your fingers are very sensitive.
 
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