[Diabetes-Talk] Changing from the Dexcom G5 to the G6. Some questions...

[Milton]

Hello Paul,

Lets see if I can answer some of your questions.

First, if you want to take a look at the Dexcom G6 app for the iPhone, I
think you can download it from the App Store. But, I think you will find it
very accessible.

The sensor code and the transmitter code can be obtained using the phone
camera but as  a totally blind person and trying to take the picture, I
found it a bit challenging. The transmitter code is located on the box that
the transmitter is shipped in. The sensor code is found on the backing that
protects the portion of the sensor that will be placed on your tummy.

To obtain the transmitter code I have to use Aira to get an agent to read me
the 6-digit alpha-numeric code. That code will be entered in the settings
window. If you are successful in obtaining the transmitter code using the
camera the code will be entered automatically.

The sensor code like I mentioned above is a 4-digit code, and this code will
be entered in a whole separate process. If using the camera, afterfollowing
the steps to enter the code using the camera the code will be entered
automatically.

I use the Microsoft, Seeing AI app in the Quick Scan Mode to get the 4-digit
code off the sensor.   

After completing the above steps you will be taken back to the home screen
and you will have to adctivate thestart of the warm-up process which takes
approximately 2 hours.

I'm not sure how bets to describe the what I would call the applicator but
when you apply the sensor to your tummy there is a button that releases the
sensor from the applicator and there will be a quick sound like a spring
being released.

You will then have to feel the transmitter and there will be only one way
the transmitter will lock to the sensor before you push down to lock it.

I would advise that you obtain sensor overlay patches from Dexcom to keep
the sensor from falling off as there is not enough tape to hold the sensor
down. Sensor overlay patches are free from Dexcom. I'm not sure how you
would obtain sensor Overlay patches in your area. This, you might have to
talk with either your doctor or diabetes Educator. I would also advise you
to see a Diabetes Educator for instructions as my instructions may not be
all that clear. Then, again you may be familiar enough to get started.

I'm sure others will post more information here.

For me, I'm now waiting to switch to the Dexcom G7 and awaiting FDA and
Medicare approval to cover the cost. Going to the G7 will give me a change
of every 14-days compared to the G6 where I have to change the sensor every
10-days.

Milton


With the app, once you switch from the G5 to the G6 I'm not sure if you have
to reregister your self to Dexcom or you can still use the same log in that
you already. This too, should be asked of your doctor or diabetes educator.



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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Paul
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Changing from the Dexcom G5 to the G6. Some
questions...


Hi all,

I've been using the G5 for about 2 years now, and the G6 has only just been
approved for our subsidy system.

I'm hoping someone can please help with the changeover, which I need to do
when my next G5 sensor expires.

I've been reading the Dexcom .PDF instructions about the G6, which is
difficult with JAWS, and need to clarify some issues I have.

When it talks about entering the sensor and transmitter codes, I found it
unclear whether those codes are available as  bar codes that can be scanned
with my iPhone?

If not, what do people use to obtain those codes?

The instructions say that after attaching the sensor to the skin, to break
away the safety cover.  How do I tell which part I should be trying to break
off, and how is that best done?

Once the safety cover is off, is it obvious which is the button to press for
the insertion.

Can I download the G6 app, and get used to it while I'm still using the G5?

With much appreciation for any assistance, Paul in Australia.




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