[Diabetes-Talk] A couple of Dexcom G6 questions

[Dr Denise M Robinson]

Greg--allergic reaction to latex or the sticky part--I have it too--I itch
though and I itch from the little canula that goes into us--I can feel
exactly where it enters my body--very bad itch if I do not do the
following. Someone suggested I spray it with an antihistamine --wait to
dry, then alcohol swab to clean then tape down, then spray again after--it
worked

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On Thu, May 21, 2020 at 1:51 PM Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk <
diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> The rash from the tape is common. At times, I need to add some extra with
> medical tape and then I experience this. However, if you are using the
> overlay patches, this is a stronger adhesive and for those with sensative
> skin, this is not uncommon. To prevent is the question all would like to
> know but the rash does go away within a couple days. Be sure to wipe with
> your alcohol wipe for a few days. I notice this helps and when you do use
> the alcohol wipes, be sure to moisturize with some sort of lotion. There
> are
> tapes for this that is made for those needing a strong adhesive yet the
> glue
> being sensative to the skin, do research online, you'll find it or ask your
> pharmacist.
>
> Rick
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Milton
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2020 1:40 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Milton <mota1252 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] A couple of Dexcom G6 questions
>
> Hello,
>
> I really can't answer your first question about the spot where your sensor
> was and you might want to speak with your doctor or diabetes educator.
>
> As for the transmitter, when you get your new supply of sensors you will
> find a small box that contains the transmitter. You will need to obtain the
> QR Code found on the narrow edge of the back side of the transmitter box.
> This code is an alpha-numeric code. Ifcapturing the code with the camera is
> difficult, you will need a set of eyes like Be My Eyes or Aira.
>
> After you have applied the sensor to your stomach area, you will notice
> thecavity and then you need to lineup to place the transmitter by sliding
> it
> over the top of the sensor and giving it a slight push down to lock the
> transmitter in place. That is it! If you have more questions, let us know.
>
> Milton
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Greg
> Wocher via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2020 11:23 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Greg Wocher <gwocher at gwocher.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] A couple of Dexcom G6 questions
>
> Hello all,
> After I took off my last sensor I noticed a rash where the sensor had been.
> It did not itch or anything like that. There were just a lot of bumps where
> the adhesive had been. Does anyone have some tips on how to possibly keep
> this from happening? Also I am going to need to replace my transmitter
> soon.
> How hard is this?
>
> Thanks,
> Greg Wocher
>
>
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