[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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Maurice, you will always get different numbers; the CGM's measure interstitial fluid; the finger sticks measure blood. But if your readings are consistently about the same, that is, the same number of points apart, (mine tend to be about 15), you're fine. Dexcom is more money and for my money I use the Libre 3. I find with my a1c the numbers I get with the libre 3 indicate the interstitial fluid measurements coincide with what I would expect for an A1c.

If you have the extra money and you can only get the Dexcom over the counter, then do that, but I do believe both products do their jobs well. Figure out what you can manage.

Both have alarms; the Libre 3 is easy to apply; it is small; it can be covered with Tegaderm or an equivalent to keep it protected from coming off in the pool or under water. Look at all the notes you have seen and make a choice and stick with it.

Best of luck.

Jeanette  

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You can actually buy the Dexcom G7 over the counter now, but I have no idea what it costs.  I do use the Dexcom G7 and I am very happy with it.

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Totally agree.both cgm systems do the job .   having these CGm systems is better then not having a CGM at all.  

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Hi
I have been using the Libre 3 for some time now. it is the only one I've used and I love it.
I don't know what I would do with out it.
I feel you need to do what is right for you.
I like it because it is small, the sensor is and I don't have to manually pick up my phone to scan. It automatically does it every 3 to 5 minutes.
It has helped me lower my A1C to a 5.6 from a 7 Sugar

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I would suggest that you stay with the Free Libra.

It should work with iOS 18.1 and if you are upgrading your phone it should work fine with the iPhone 16 series.

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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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