[Diabetes-Talk] Which of the two accessible CGM is better and why? Getting ready to meet with my doctor about re-authorizing a CGM.

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Yes but that is normal for both Dexcome and Libre
There is no absolute perfect system out there
Remember that every CGM is not testing the acutal blood but your inter fluids and you will be off between 15 to 30 points.
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Which of the two accessible CGM is better and why? Getting ready to meet with my doctor about re-authorizing a CGM.
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Hello everyone this question has probably been asked on list before. But since I I am about to have that meeting with my primary position, meeting time to decide which CGM I'm going to use for the next three years, I think it's time to just at least look at the pros and cons of both accessible systems.

I'm currently using the Leber 3 System. In my specific situation, I'm finding that the readings are at least 20 to 25 points off the standard stick test. So of course I just have to do math most of the time. Although this isn't a big issue it can be somewhat annoying sometimes. I know many people on this list use the other system, Dex com. What are the advantages, and more potential disadvantages of potentially switching? Note I am not on insulin, and I'm trying to. And we all think that my diabetes is stable meaning I have very good control. Broccoli 6.4 entrance of A1 c.

I hope this is not considered TMI on list? It is certainly not a scientific study and or even scientifically based, I'm just seeking some information. Just to make an informed choice if I need to make one? I'm likely to just stay with what I am using being asked my doctor to continue using what I'm using for another three years. Any thoughts?

 

 

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