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

[Jane Ferguson]

Does anyone know of the Libre 3 cgm replacement policy?
Sincerely,
Jane Ferguson
jfmnw1ld at gmail.com





On Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 4:17 PM Jane Ferguson <jfmnw1ld at gmail.com> wrote:

> I just checked the cost and the FreeStyle Libre 3 is $40.00-$45.00 cheaper
> per month in my area at OTC prices.
> They did recall some faulty sensors if you look on their website.
> Sincerely,
> *Jane Ferguson*
>
>
>
> On Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 3:40 PM Jane Ferguson <jfmnw1ld at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hi Maurice,
>> I just joined the group, and I'm happy to receive my first email.
>>
>> The CGM measures your BG from interstitial fluid, so it is generally a
>> lower reading than a capillary fingerstick. A fingerstick is your BG at the
>> time of the stick, while the interstitial reading can be delayed 5- 20
>> minutes depending on many factors.
>> I calibrate after the warm up period a couple of times using a
>> fingerstick. If my BG is low then I do a finger stick as the cgm is not
>> that accurate if you're running low. This helps me use the right amount of
>> carbohydrate to raise my BG. After my BG on the CGM is in the normal range
>> then I calibrate again.
>> The Dexcom G7 is more accurate, lasts 10 days with a 12 hour grace
>> period, and is easy to insert. My endo approves placing it on the abdomen
>> if you don't like to use your arms. It is a good feature to be able to let
>> a new sensor warmup in your body for 12 hours before disconnecting the
>> expiring sensor and taking readings on the new one.
>> I'm thinking strongly about switching to the Libre 3 because it lasts 14
>> days even though it may not be as accurate as the Dexcom G7. I'd like to
>> try it out first to see how much "damage" the device creates in your tissue
>> upon insertion. I build up scar tissue from sensor insertion requiring a
>> search for more "real estate". Dexcom used to have a more generous free
>> replacement policy if a sensor fails. It is now limited to three free
>> replacements per year. The Libre 3 CGM is less expensive.
>> I'd try a complimentary Libre 3 first and if it works well, then I'm
>> going to talk to my endo about switching, too!
>>
>> I'm glad you brought that topic up.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> *Jane Ferguson*
>>
>>
>> On Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 2:19 PM Maurice Mines via Diabetes-Talk <
>> diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>>> 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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