Dexcom G7 - 5 Things That Don’t Work

[@DiabetesStrong]

If you like this video, you will love my video about "My Favorite Dexcom G7 CGM Sites": kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZrJlWiirrKKl7M I also created a Diabetes Journal that I use to track what I eat, my medication, etc. You can find it here: a.co/d/9E1pNu1

[@haveagoodday5737]

I will never complain about my CGM. I went years poking my finger constantly paranoid of what my blood sugar was or if I wouldn’t wake up going to bed. The CGM is life changing I love it and so grateful for it everyday

[@GregLocke]

My wife has been a g5,mG6, and now a G7 for sometime. My insurance has finally approved me using it as well. I have been a Type 2 for nearly 40 years. My wife was complaining about on the arm and tried the abdomen but Dexcom does not recommend this unless doctor approval. The first couple of placements on my arm were more ink the armpit area. Yes, I would get "Loss of signal" especially at night. I finally started putting it om the outside of may arm as recommended. No loss of signal issues. However both extensive paper tape or Micropore tape would start to loosen up after a few days. I purchased a 50 pc pack of 4"x5" transparent adhesive dressings, the kind that are used over IV sites to hold the assembly in place. This is placed over the G7 Overpatch without any additional tape used. This works great and was approved by the Dexcom support staff. Bye the way, if a sensor fails ,or has the be removed short of its 10 day usage, contact Dexcom for a free replacement as well as spare overarches. Keep the old unit as they will require the serial number for a free replacement. Greg Locke

[@brianshanahan3878]

Just curious about the type 2 for 40 yrs: Have you tried things like fasting, keto or very low carb or carnivore diet? Just curious as I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago type 2.

[@p.zapata6892]

The dexcom website says you can put on abdomen

[@BoDiddly]

@@p.zapata6892 It says that for Children, but not for Adults.

[@madeleinerose7090]

@@BoDiddlyThe G7 is approved for placement on the back of the upper arm and the abdomen (for adults) in the EU, but Dexcom only went through the FDA approval process in the U.S. for placement on the upper arm. However, if your doctor approves you placing the G7 on your abdomen (in the U.S.), Dexcom will still offer tech support and replacement of faulty sensors. Plenty of people place the G7 on their upper arm, abdomen, thigh, lower back, even calf, forearm, and chest, with great results. I personally am not concerned with where Dexcom sought FDA approval for consumers to place their sensors; I am only concerned about which placement works for me and my lifestyle.

[@BoDiddly]

@@madeleinerose7090 Thank you for this information! My elderly mother used her Freestyle Libre on her thigh, but her prescription provider is not going to supply them anymore, so she had to switch to Dexcom. From what I understand, Dexcom used to approve placement of the G6 and earlier in more locations.

[@SolidRockMachineShopInc]

I been on the G7 now for almost one month. It is the first CGM I have had. I already found out the sensor is very sensitive to temperature changes. I notice that when I exercise the G7 shows blood glucose going higher and taking a hot shower even higher. In one session I had over 100 point increase. When taking a cold shower the reading dropped sometimes 50 points. Today I tested this and placed an ice cube in a plastic bag and held it on the sensor for about 3 minute and it showed a very rapid drop. I then covered the sensor with my hand to warm it up with body heat and sure enough a fast and high glucose rise according to the CGM. Testing with a finger prick stayed constant. Only calibrate the unit after being temperature stable for a for hours and keep in mind that the sensor accuracy will vary with temperature variations, the more extreme the temperature variations the more inaccurate the CGM will be until the temperature stabilize to the temperature the CGM was calibrated at.

[@amy11228]

I experience this as well. It also happened with the G6. Super annoying!

[@bigjay1970]

Interesting observation!🤔😬

[@naturalwellnessworld123]

I had all of the problems you discuss with the g7, but with the g6. A g6 recently told me my blood sugar was 221 (for which I put in more insulin with my pump) when I started sweating, shaking, and feeling bad. Glucometer test showed actual blood sugar was 57. So far the g7 that I switched to after that horrible episode is at least 30 to 50 points higher in reading than the glucometer values, which I confirmed with 3 different meters just to be sure. So maybe the trends are helpful, but the sensors are terrifyingly wrong too often to trust.

[@big8news]

I wonder if are body trys make morn sugar to cover are needs win we getting up are doing things

[@waynesmith5313]

I’ve had my G7 for 3 months now and it is working fine. I have had one failed sensor, 2loss signals, and one recalibration. I was on the G6 for 2 years. I had a lot of issues with the G6 sensors. Several failures and lots of recalibrations. I am applying the sensor on my abdomen as I was with the G6. I thought I would let you know of my experience with the G7 so far. Keep up the good work!!

[@dennisstolte1103]

You helped me much more than my 3 calls to Dexcom customer support re: signal strength and accuracy. You nailed it. Thank you! I’m a new subscriber.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you so much! Glad to help

[@ACraftyPoodleMom]

I’ve been wearing the G7 for a little over a month and I love how it has changed my relationship with food. I agree, the 1st 24 hours of lows and alerts are annoying. I’ve also had experience with skin rashes once I remove the patch. But overall, the small annoyances are nothing compared to the goals of keeping my blood sugars within range. Thanks for all the essential info on your channel! 💗

[@hardlybentspoke1506]

Yes, it's handy to get readings and warnings of impending highs or lows in real time. Since my wife is both losing her eyesight and is resistant to computers, she used the Dexcom receiver rather than a cellphone. At the end of each 10-day session, I would upload the data from her G6 receiver, using the Dexcom software on my laptop. The data would then be available in the cloud for her doctors, and I could print out various charts to help give her a paper trail of trends as well as highs and lows. I especially liked the overlay charts where multiple days are overlaid on the same page. At was also great to have the data already at the endocrinologist when we arrived for a visit.

[@ottodetroit]

stick with the G6...already proven technology

[@robertnegron9706]

I get the rashes also.

[@carolecoffman4276]

I got a skin protector from Amazon and that has been really helpful..

[@jennymarrero5275]

@@robertnegron9706Are you allergic to adhesive? I am, and i get the rashes all the time. I cannot wear them longer than 3 days, unfortunately.

[@BetzaidaPabon]

Hello. Yes I have all of this issues with my Dexcom G7 but I also LOVE IT😊 For me it has been a 360 degree turn, only when in doubt I just measure my glucose. Thank you for all your videos, I have learned a lot from watching you, I was also diagnosed the same year as you. God bless you. A big hug from New York!🗽

[@Tiki10025]

GREAT REPORT! I have used Dexcoms for over 10 years. I switched to the G7 two weeks ago. I also use a Tandem X2 insulin pump. The G7 is never more than 36" from my pump, yet the G7 loses the connection with my pump constantly. Other issues: 1) the G7 is even more inaccurate for the first 24 hours than the G6. 2) the G7 is prone to falling off. I only got 9 days with my first G7. It fell off when getting undressed. 3) I have also had a compression low.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for sharing

[@kathrynwhitener2799]

I will be receiving my first G7 tomorrow, thus transitioning from my beloved G6. Thank you for this really informative video with the 5 tips that eliminate having to figure out the new quirks on my own! Glad to know I can still wear the sensor on my stomach as I sleep on my side and don't want unnecessary compression alarms from arm sensor placement,

[@tgahan01]

I find the G7 far more accurate than the G6 and less problematic. Thanks. I’m Type 1 for 61 years. Last A1c … 5.8. Have a good one.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Great, thank you for sharing

[@jeffduckworth9092]

I haven’t used the G7 yet. The G6 seemed to have accuracy problems for me. It shows a predicted A1C and that would be way too high once I get tested. I was so glad the G7 came out (Jan. maybe). Now I’m not so sure. 😮

[@abou8963]

I want my G6 back. I hate this piece of crap.

[@MarcoMeseke]

@@abou8963 do you have that too with the pavement staying at removal?

[@chloefennema5963]

Wow that’s a good A1C. Mine about a week ago was 5.6. I only go low not usually high except for the last like 2 weeks. Not sure whats going on. Insulin is fine. I got the dexcom about a month ago and last week Monday I got 10 critical urgent lows in one day. Terrifying. All of them were accurate too 😭. Also mine always drops at 2:30am. Not sure why

[@jamesandyvance4973]

I'm T2 and on my 10th sensor. What you experienced is pretty spot on with what I have experienced! When I was waiting for my very first shipment, I started watching your videos and I found out so much thanks to you!

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thanks for sharing and for watching 🙂

[@RajivDeo]

I am a technologist with some experience is designing wearables. I think to increase battery life of sensor, G7 designers may have reduced power into bluetooth chip that could be cause for signal loss.

[@schwinnguy]

Thanks for the informative content. I love my G7, in spite of all the problems. My biggest beef is with the overpatches, way harder to get on right than the G6.

[@philg.sgi-usa1331]

@Philly-Poo I agree - The G7 overpatch and I had a little tiff today, and I lost (had to throw it away). I called tech support, and was surprised to hear that Dexcom CANNOT SUPPLY the G7 overpatches by themselves at this time. I thought she was kidding.....but no. So They're sending me a new SENSOR instead of just a 99-cent overpatch. Dexcom, what were you thinking here?

[@dwightl5863]

@@philg.sgi-usa1331 In your position I'd use some medical adhesive tape to secure your current sensor and consider that new sensor as a freebie and put it in the rotation.

[@DiabetesStrong]

I agree, I don’t love the overlay tape either. I bought the Dexcom G7 tapes from Skingrip

[@banger226]

@@DiabetesStrongWe bought some larger patches off Amazon and they are working very well.

[@stevekraus1072]

I too use Skin Grip overpatches, and I recruited my wife to apply the patch. I also use Skin Tac painted onto my skin before G7 and for pump infusion sets. They work very well, except that removal is painful. I use 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes to remove the Skin Tac (merely OK). Skin Tac is cheap, one $14 bottle has lasted me 1 & 1/2 years and will last many more years.

[@yrsued]

Hello!!! On my second G7 sensor now, the first one had two signal losses, within one hour and my phone was on my lap, I was in Church when it went off, the pone was under 24" from the sensor at the time. I contacted Dexcom and they promptly sent me another Sensor with a Return Kit.. Ya, I deal with all those things, getting used to it. I like it though. Thanks for your channel!! I just had my first anniversary of being diagnosed as a type 2. Your channel has been so useful.

[@Jane.Angela]

As a Diabetic Comedian who used to deal with 10 pricks a day, I have grown to love having my fingers heal up and get softer. I slip on filming sometimes and the low bloodsugar beep goes off in studio. smile. darn dex. then have to eat cookie and edit more sections out. sometimes a guests phone goes off at same time. Now shows are fun. Thank you for sharing Ive been on dexcom a year now.

[@fredglitz5046]

Love my G7. I find that quite a few sensors fail after insertion. Dexcom are very good about replacing them. The issues that you point out are spot on.

[@Joda-es5xd]

Great video and thank you for sharing. The one thing I’m having major issues and so are my friends is the transmitter becoming unglued by the time you reach 5 or 6 days. To top it off, Dexcom does not offer replacement over patch to help us until we have to replace it. When I called them , they suggested I buy aftermarket from Amazon.that make no sense and poor business decision. This is happening to many users for the cost wit would make better sense if they provide them like they did with the G6. Also,I did notice my glucose would falsely go low when I sleep and glad you validated for me what I was thinking. Keep the great videos coming.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for watching and sharing your experience

[@ChrisSims-kf5hq]

Agree completely. Thanks for helping allay my fear that I was going crazy. Ive had my phone on my desk and the sensor on my abdomen (12 in away) and have "lost signal" numerous times in one hour period of time. The incorrect readings happen as well and the recalib. doesnt always like being told that (it ignores my recalib.). Sometimes it listens. Ive had the inaccurate readings, too. I try to recalib. and ... see previous note. Although, when my recalib. numbers ARE accepted, the G7 returns to accuracy fairly quickly. The G6, obviously, was MUCH better at recalib. Thanks for your videos. They stand above the others due to your accuracy and honesty. Nothing worse than viewing a diabetes video that I KNOW is incorrect and the person just goes on and on about their "truth". Right. My "truth" has water running UPHILL. Sure. Thanks for YOUR work. Keep it going.

[@DiabetesStrong]

😆 that's funny. Thank you for the kind feedback

[@bettyhorton1181]

Thank you. I just got my G7 an have been stressed out over my numbers. It is very disconcerting to work very hard at lowering my numbers only to watch what I hope are false all while trying to have faith in those numbers. Stress can raise those numbers an my husband will tell you I’m stressed. So you’ve answered my concerns. Can’t wait to hear your five positives. I think The sensor I have in now the second one has been a bad sensor. So did my dietician. Replacing them doesn’t sound easy. I’m going to give it time but so far I’m not loving it. It has been on no signal a lot. I’m counting on an improved experience!

[@DiabetesStrong]

My next video (which comes out on Saturday) will show how to change the sensor. I hope that will help give some peace of mind. I do think it becomes easier. Hang in there

[@jaindaugh509]

Wanted to add that I used an 'eye patch' as a stand-off cover for my G7 sensor to prevent compression errors while I sleep. Its worked well for me.

[@HobbesBaxter]

Thank you! I'm onto my 4th month with mine and some of your information was new to me. I liked my G6, but the transmitters were always a hassle.

[@CindyPurses]

Hi Christel. Thank you for your review of the Dexcom G7. I don't know whether it makes a difference or not, but I use the receiver. I am new to the CGM since Springtime and didn't realize that readings could be inaccurate. I've been trusting it. Now that you mention it, there have been times in the middle of the night I get woken up to alarms of low blood sugar...take glucose tablets...wake up in the morning with high blood sugars. I didn't realize that there could be a false low alarm. Sometimes when sleeping the alarm has gone off telling me that signal is lost, when I am right next to the sensor which is on my night table. Perhaps I was laying on the arm that has the sensor on it. You are very sharp, very knowledgeable, and always offer great tips and ideas. I've learned a lot from you and I am so grateful. I will take better note of my Dexcom G7 from now on. I didn't know. Thank you so much for this valuable information!!! You're the best!!!

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you so much, I’m glad it was helpful. It can be hard to take the extra time to do a finger stick in the middle of the night when you’re sleepy, but it’s worth it to not end up treating a “fake” low. I appreciate your kind feedback 🙂 thank you

[@chardzugas8444]

Thank you so much for your input. Sometimes I get so frustrated I feel like I am doing testing and research for Dexcom. I get woken up in the middle of the night with low reading or below 55. I will do a finger stick and I will be fine. Other times I will get ridiculous highs and do finger sticks and be fine. I have had numerous failures and have had to send the sensors back and have received replacement so they can research the problems. Don't get me wrong though, I tell anyone who is a type II diabetic to get on a Dexcom G7. They may have issues but they are better then their competitors. I have been a diabetic for over 25 years and the Dexcom G 7 helps me control my glucose better than anything else .

[@jordangurney3448]

Try putting it on your abdomen instead of the arm works better and less likely to lay on it unless you sleep on your stomach a lot lol

[@barryharris6489]

I love mine, I do insert new sensor when current one expires. Then start new one after12 hr grace period ends. I know, I know you lose 12 hrs, but I get 10 days just like G6, but the accurate from the start is worth it. As far as signal loss goes I have had a few(withe the app) never with the receiver. Keep up the good work everyone!!

[@lauriesbella1252]

I just started using my Dexcom G7.. My A1C was a 5.4 and the last time it was tested it went to a 8.5.. I was without meds .. So I am on Ozentric now.. I have subscribed to your channel.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Welcome to my channel. I hope you’ll find the videos helpful

[@dougberrett8094]

My heart goes out to you and others who depend on timely and accurate readings from your CGM. I used the Libre 3 for a while and suffered similar problems. Fortunately I am Type 2 and not on insulin anymore. I would get low readings too often. Finger sticks showed a difference between CGM readings and stick readings of 25 to 40 mg/dL. I got to where I just dismissed the damned app so I could get some sleep. One sensor quit with 2 days left, and the next one came off early as well. I just decided that the CGM was more trouble than it was worth. I deleted the app. Still have one sensor left. May use it before it expires, may not. Last A1c reading was 4.6, (down from 10.5 six months ago) so not too worried about not being able to constantly monitor the glucose levels. Hope, for your sake, that Dexcom will fix their issues. Wish you the best.

[@dwightl5863]

You are to be complimented on that 4.6 a1C! That is in the very much non-diabetic range. Just assuming here but guess that you probably lost some weight which could account for your good control being originally diagnosed as type 2.

[@dougberrett8094]

@@dwightl5863 about 45 lbs so far. Change in diet mostly. Thanks

[@debrag7875]

Congrats on your A1C!!! Mine at diag in 2017 was almost 15!!! Adjusted to meds and insulin and w/in 10 days it was down to 7.7ish. Scary to say the least. I hear you about the CGM...I'm just starting the G7 and more complications than I can handle. Seeing my Endo doc in two days and interestly...they were not at all surprised with my complains/concerns. Keep on keepin on. Good luck and woohoo on A1C. 🙏🙏

[@dougberrett8094]

@@debrag7875 hang in there. With proper attention to your situation, I am sure you will prevail. I found that sound advice, that is trustworthy, is a key factor. Having family members in medicine really helped me. Also, being an engineer type, I used the CGM as a way to chart what did what to my blood sugar. It helps not needing to take insulin, although I did at first. I know how exercise affects BS, I know what I can eat, and when. Good luck in your struggle!!

[@NewportMamabear]

Congrats on getting your A1c in check!

[@fredirle7173]

Dido on the problems you see with loss of signal, compression lows, erratic reading first 12-24 hours. I normally keep my G7 on my arm rotating between left and right. I have noticed I get better reading on my right arm than my left arm and less loss of signal, but that is because I keep my iphone in my right pants pocket. I have started putting my sensor a little further forward which seems to reduce my compression lows at night when I sleep. The one issue I have had twice now with using the G7 provided over patch is that since it does not cover the actual sensor but only the area around the sensor I have torn off the sensors rubbing up against a corner. I have gone back to using a over patch that completely covers the sensor and making it harder to tear the sensor off. Overall I do like the G7 over the G6 and for sure better than going back to finger sticks all the time. I really appreciate and have learned a lot from your videos. Thanks!

[@DiabetesStrong]

I’ve torn off the overlay tape as well. Just ordered the overlay patches from Skingrip without the cutout. Hopefully, they’ll work better

[@madre7983]

I've noticed that it's the "pointy" edge of the sensor that gets caught on things, and inserting with that part pointing towards body seems to make it less apt to get caught..

[@Davidkevindoyle1963]

The cover patch is a pain to get on straight!

[@hardlybentspoke1506]

BTW, if you are just in the process of thinking about switching to a CGM, make sure you have a supply of test strips for your manual glucose meter. Medicare apparently requires you to cancel your manual meter prescription when you switch to a CGM, even though you'll need to occasionally check the CGM calibration against a finger stick test. Just time the prescriptions so you don't get the CGM system until you have a stash of test strips on hand.

[@beekind6267]

Medicare gets on my damn nerves sometimes. Common sense dictates you need a manual reader as well. 😡

[@MidnightCastleHelp]

My whole reason for going to a CGM is to avoid finger sticks. If you stay on CGM, you're eventually going to run out of the test strips. You're suggesting a way to avoid it happening for a longer period of time. But eventually you'll need to switch back just to stock up again.

[@steveirons2833]

Medicare does not make you stop using a manual glucose meter when you start using a CGM. Have your doctor prescribe both and you should get both. If anyone denies either, which could happen because people make mistakes, challenge them, ask to speak with their supervisor. This is not a Medicare policy.

[@beekind6267]

@@steveirons2833 thank goodness!

[@trinkbutler5672]

my Medicare still and has always covered both, but if yours doesn't, kroger and walmart both have inexpensive meters that use inexpensive strips you can buy over the counter

[@salliebartholomew4683]

T1DM since 1971. Sensor and pump wearer for years. Your observations are in line with what I experience esp frequent signal loss. In addition, insertion and application of overtake are difficult. After 4 hand surgeries, dexterity and strength are low. Just opening the sensor is hard and pressing to insert very difficult. To get the tape on I have to use a mirror or get my husband to help me. The G6 was so easy! Having to wear it on the back of the arm makes these issues worse.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for sharing. I don't like wearing it on my arm (I'll have a video out in about 3 weeks showing alternative placements).

[@nancyv4431]

Your observations are true. The CGM’s small size limits the B/T distance and it can be a pain. The first 24 hour inaccuracies are also inconvenient. However, after that period, the CGM is spot on. I used some of the first CGMs 15-20 years ago (?). The insertion procedure and device was a painful nightmare. I completely stopped any CGM use. One month ago, I returned to the G7 CGM and I’m very pleased with the improvements over the decade(s). I simply made my mind up to accept the design limits. I really like the G7 and am glad I made the plunge to return to CGM use. Perhaps the next design release will improve the system AND lower the cost. Great video & thank you!

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you. And thank you for adding that piece of information

[@robertnegron9706]

It’s too small

[@dany376]

I'm new 40+ days with the G7, I don't get signal loss unless I'm at work. This only happens because we leave our phones in the car. So far, I love it.

[@leonardoramos2650]

Just started using a G7 on Thanksgiving, after 2 years on G6. The last 6 months with the G6 were the worst due to skin irritations/rashes caused by the sensor adhesive (found out they changed their formula for adhesive). Back to G7 - I have experienced multiple loss of data as well as false highs and lows. Still learning to use the G7 app took a bit to find how to calibrate. Most annoying are middle of the night alarms for connectivity loss and false lows. Thank you for this video pointing out what I can encounter using the G7.

[@johnb4183]

Hello would you know if the G6 is still available ? Thanks

[@eramos536]

Yes, as far as I have seen and know the G6 is still being used.

[@badger7015]

thanks for your video. i just got familiar with the g-6 and they are making me transition to the g-7, so some day-to-day practical tips from a more experienced person is a godsend for me as there are not a lot of dexcom users near me for help and the dexcom techs do not want to deviate from their scripts. subscribed to your channel as this was my first from you. again thanks and keep trucking.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for watching. I hope G7 will be a good experience for you despite the things that don’t work

[@1971ironmike]

1. The G7 receiver is light years better than the G6. The G6 receiver had several annoying flaws and broke down easily. 2. The G7 sensors are waterproof, so they won't fall off. I was forced to use Skin-Tac and bandages just to keep the G6's on. 3. G7 sensors warm up 1.5 hours quicker than the G6. 4. No more transmitters. 5. The 12-hour grace period is very good.

[@Bill-x3j]

The issues you talk about i get using the G6, So good or bad anything can cause issues with either 6 or 7 are far more better than the years earlier of finger sticks. My job over the years was dirty and was a pain to have to get hands clean enough to finger stick, with the Dexcom no hand cleaning before finger sticks. I get dirty and sweat when working, just a glance at my phone i know m .y mg/dl. Just my 2 cents. I have been a type 1 diabetic since 1974, do not miss finger sticks. LOVE YOUR VIDEO Thank you

[@danbev8542]

Thanks so much for your valuable feedback on these devices! I’m planning to switch to G7 when my G6 prescription runs out. Putting sensors on the back of my arm won’t work for me. It’s gotta be my stomach. Also, it sounds like they need to go to heftier batteries for G7.

[@michaelloiacono2281]

Thank you for this video. I just started the dexter COM seven which is my 1st m meter. So far everything you said is spot on. Thanks again.

[@danielannutto792]

I am a new user of dexcom, but you nailed the issues perfectly. I hope that they are listening. This is a great product, but there is certainly room for improvement.

[@kathievaught6238]

I just switched 9 days ago to Dexcom 7. I got an Omnipod after 20 years with Medtronic Systems. I had lots of problems with my cgm's over the years. The best place for me (my cgm's looked like the Dexcom 7) was my upper chest, Great accuracy and was very unobstrusive. Right now I have mine on my upper arm as shown in your photo (trainer did it). I have had the crazy lows so now I know.

[@mexicanbeachbumtv]

I just subscribed, thank you for your channel. I've placed 3 sensors on my arm over 6 days. The first 2 fell off, crappy sticky tape so I got a friend to stick the 3rd one. I ordered better ones from Amazon. Now I have #3 sensor for 1 only day, and I needed sleep and the receiver alarm went off. I shut it down. When I turned it on the next morning it said I need a new sensor now, can't continue. So this #3 had a lifespan of 1 day, that's horrible. I'm waiting to hear back from the company, meanwhile I don't dare remove this sensor from my arm just in case they give me a solution. #2 Issue, NO MOBILE APP available for my Android and it's a newer model. So am getting used to the receiver its kinda fun. I sleep on my right side and the sensor is on the left arm and I don't ever roll over so the sleeping is fine, no compression. Wish I could use my phone.

[@suecollins9584]

I haven't been able to use my dexcom g7 since June 25 when my phone's android version was no longer supported. Between my mother being in hospice care and her death, a new phone was the least of my worries. Also don't have a receiver. Had I known that the G7 wouldn't work with my minimed pump, I'd have chosen a different brand. Very disappointed with g7....loved G6.

[@hakchicago]

I've been wearing the G7 for almost a year now. The video informs on the 'drawbacks' but overall it's a great Medical Device. I've experienced 'lost signal', the only thing I can suggest is to at least keep the receiver with you, the '30'feet is easier to keep than with the phone. I calibrate my G7 after double checking with finger stick meter. Done it perhaps 5 or6 times in the year I've used. Question I have is this the way to calibrate? I find overall that G7 has made a tremendous leap forward in my diabetes management, I've been Type 1 for 56 years and this is the best I have felt with my diabetes in that time. Thank you for your video it has alerted me to be a bit more diligent.

[@DiabetesStrong]

I think you and I calibrate the same way. Not all sensors need to be calibrated and it's only if our finger stick is consistently way off (generally more than 20 mg/dl). I've had several sensors I didn't need to calibrate. Thank you for watching and sharing your experience

[@530mnorman]

If the transmitter/signal loss issues are as bad as everyone is saying, seems like that's going to be a major hurdle for integration with the Omnipod 5 and Tandem pumps. The main part of the G7 I'm looking forward to is using the 12 hour grace period to overlap the two sensors and avoid the warm up time completely. The 2 hour warm up for the G6 is the only pain point I have with it. Can't wait to see your video comparing G6 vs G7 accuracy. If you're not seeing somewhat improved accuracy with the G7, I will be very hesitant to change over to the G7 even once it's integrated with OP5. I'm still thinking G7's main problem is just that the G6 is so dang good that it's hard to improve on really.

[@user-bc8kw7iz1r]

I received notification from Dexcom they are phasing out the dexcom g6 this year but if anyone was on a pump they needed to contact them so they wouldn't stop it and send the g7 automatically as it is not ready yet for pumps until possibly summer of 2024.

[@530mnorman]

Are you sure that communication was from Dexcom? I didn't get any such communication and I can't find anything on the Dexcom website saying it will be phased out this year. @@user-bc8kw7iz1r

[@lupiemiracle]

Yes that wouldn’t be good to phase out G6 because I also use it for steady drip with Omnipod and G7 isn’t even FDA approved yet to communicate with Omnipod here in the states. I especially don’t like how the signal is too weak and will make it even harder to stay communicating with each device as @diabetesstrong first mention. Then again I can only imagine how much radiation could be building up over time of always having to wear these devices. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Being MiracleLupie Only God knows and I’m continuously grateful for each day he keeps me protected, level and alive.

[@gregodom9228]

My son upgraded two days ago to the G7 sensor. We had to upgrade the software on his Tandem pump. The sensor failed already without any warning. In the six months prior to this upgrade he had G6 failures everyday. My opinion is that these sensors cannot be depended upon.

[@jonesnorton46]

I was told that the G7 was now compatible with Tandem Slim pump

[@teresajeffries3934]

I had a g6 bit the company suddenly decided to stop sending me supplies. Back to 6 times a day finger sticking. When my endocrinologist saw my bruised, swollen fingers, he had a fit. He put me on g7 with another company. No real problems yet, an occasional low reading for a few hours afyer initisl insertisn, occasionally a signal loss alarm at night, but all in all much better. I do use an adhesive patch over the g7 patch. It holds much better.

[@neilwilliams8908]

I’ve worked in the medical device industry since 1995 and been T1D since 1997! I use a Tandem pump, had experience with Medtronic and smart pens. Dexcom make significant advances; blood glucose derived from interstitial fluid will be ~ 20 mins behind capillary (fingerstick ) readings. True values are always via a finger-stick - the FDA and MDR allow such readings to be moderately inaccurate. So in summary CGM is never BGM but it’s a good indicator of control. It can take at least 20 minuets for interstitial glucose to catch up with BGM. Transmitter range depends on the Bluetooth technology used. If it is Low Energy that it is short range and gets blocked by a body or a house brick; most folk don’t want excess radiation - or short battery life! So reasonably a pump / phone / meter needs to be close to the (CGM) transmitter. It’s an advance and +ve environmental impact. Despite a few teething problems. 😊

[@debrag7875]

All your info is wonderful. I am on my 3rd sensor in 36 hours! Multiple calls to Dexcom...them saying "give it a chance". Right, since the person on the other end is NOT a diabetic and has no clue! We device users rely on accurate info, as much as possible. I had better results with G6. Had to jerry-rig how to use skin adhesive along with cutting the G6 overlay in half and snugging that up against and over the one that comes with the G7. What a pain. The Reps at Dexcom tell me that they are getting quite a bit of complaints about everything you have mentioned AND more. My receiver reading at 5:45 a.m. yest. was 332! Finger was 89!!! Sensor on abdomen. Doesn't make me warm and fuzzy. And...what if I do have a serious issue and don't know it. Oh, and my Alerts were on but not working either. Changed sensor again and had to do finger sticks ALL day yesterday to keep a log. What a royal pain in the keister. Receiver is much cheaper made...sure smaller, but not impressed. Overlay worthless for the most part. Keep your videos coming. It helps me and the rest of your followers for sure. Thank you so so much.

[@DiabetesStrong]

😕 oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that

[@Victoria-bl4tw]

I believe it. During the several false low alarms that I had one night, one of the times my receiver read “low.” My finger stick was 100. When I entered the calibration mode on the receiver, it gave me a level of 6!!

[@debrag7875]

@@Victoria-bl4tw Good Lord! I am not seeing many positive comments....or maybe a few BUT there are more complaints! Sure, I love that the sensor is smaller, that it only takes 20 or so minutes to warm up..... I am back to finger sticking during the day cuz I truly don't know if the sensor and receiver is working correctly. Doesn't make a diabetic emotionally stable, right? Which means that anytime I leave my home, I have to take my glucometer with me. I am going to see my Endocr doc and go over this with her and ask to go back on G6! More reliable for sure. Good luck Victoria! Bless You.

[@Victoria-bl4tw]

@@debrag7875 Thanks Debrag! I was really angry with the results during the first few days and wanted my G6 back right away. After some consideration, I decided to give the G7 a fair trial period trying different things.However, if the results continue being unsatisfactorily, I’ll try to get back to G6. If the request is denied, the next step would be to report my experience to the FDA as advised by one of my friends who is a medical professional.

[@MydirtyRat1]

I just started my G7 about a week ago, and during all of that time, the readings are anywhere from 20-50 ml/dl off in the low range. The first sensor came off after one shower, I applied hypafix around it to try to keep it on, but the next day I accidently brushed my arm and the sensor came off. I like that it keeps me conscience of what I'm eating, but I've had no luck with it at all. I'm using the Dexcom receiver, not the app for reasons. I'm using my glucometer more because I simply don't trust it.

[@dadt9718]

My wife's diabetes specialist advised us that trying to compare a finger stick to a current Dexcom reading is fruitless as there is a 20 min lag in the Dexcom reading. But thank you for being here.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Yes, there’s a lag. When blood sugars are steady you should be see fairly it not similar readings

[@lisavaughn1359]

I was wondering if something was wrong..Why would it be a Lag that much WOW...My 1st week using the 7

[@cbc9002]

Just wish they would prolong the life of the G7 for 14 days

[@maroofusmani1537]

They can but they would miss out on $$$$$.

[@MrRoundwound]

I just had 2 fail in under an hour. Complete garbage.

[@jordangurney3448]

Yes especially since the 1st day or 24hrs its pretty useless lol

[@gurianboy]

You helped me a lot! I got one of those " compression" false lows two nights ago, and yes, two arrows straight down sent me running for my coffee creamer (fastest way back UP) and just like you said, a severe high reading ensued. At the time I was ready to get my wife to take me to the emergency room. Now that I know more, thanks to you, I doubt I'll ever panic that way again. Thank you. Tell me about a way to your site. I have a feeling there's a lot more I can learn from you. I will say I've had much better success with my G7 than I had with the entire Libre line of readers. I went through all of them. BYE FOR NOW!

[@DiabetesStrong]

I'm glad it was helpful. Seeing those low alarms and arrows can be so stressful. You can find (written) resources on www.diabetesstrong.com

[@1971ironmike]

It's all about your intake of food. If you're eating a similar, consistent diet, and eating at regimented times, you can go to bed confident that there will be no chance of serious spikes or lows like that. If I ate a bowl of popcorn late at night, and then passed out, I know that I'll be in trouble at 2am. As for lows, they are easy to notice and correct. You should be able to feel if you are becoming critically low. I keep a jug of Rogers Golden Syrup near the bed. Drink some of your favorite liquid along with a mouthful of that and you're cured.

[@sgatl9219]

Agree with all of this. My biggest reason for switching from the G6 to the G7 is that I kept knocking off my G6 since it sticks out further. I have actually been thinking about switching back to the G6. I really hate the signal loss issue. G7 looses signal way more than the G6 did. I may try the G7 on my stomach. I have never tried that area yet.

[@jeweldenile8995]

I can only say that I’m a side sleeper that flips all night long and had way too many false lows. Decided my midline would be best. I tried it around my navel and it’s been very accurate and no false lows. I had it all around my navel and now I moved it out a bit and am going around again. By far my favorite site. Good luck if you try it.☮️

[@psdaengr911]

The best way I've found to reduce pulling out or "knocking off a sensor" is to use KT tape over it - not an "overlay" with a cutout, just a strip of 2" tape.

[@jeweldenile8995]

@@psdaengr911 I’ve thought of using that sometime but I couldn’t think of it. You had a great idea there and I’m totally gonna use that if I need it. 🤞so far so good for my abdomen

[@maryl.7226]

@@psdaengr911Thanks for your comment! I am a new CGM prospect, and am wondering if you wear the KT tape in the shower, while exercising and sweating, etc? And, do you use the included over patch and add the tape as well? Thank you!

[@ariellelynn1020]

The first one I took off my daughter after day one because I was in a school meeting and it would not stop saying she was low, her meter said 104…. I decided to give it a try again after I realized on my own, no thanks to the docs, that calibrating as soon as its ready really helps. I calibrate after every prick to keep it as close as possible.

[@wstott]

Very informative. I’ve had the G7 just stop working before the ten days. Many sensors just fall off. One sensor fell off before I could get it started. Calling for a replacement is not always a happy call. Sometimes I’m not offered a replacement sensor. I’m told replacements are limited. That is telling me Dexcom can’t or won’t stand behind their Dexcom G7 product. I’m willing to go back to the G6. It’s more reliable. One other thing …. Don’t sleep on the same side your sensor is placed on. Don’t stick your sensor under your pillow. It can’t find you. 0:37

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience. Interesting to hear they won’t always send you a replacement. That’s not good

[@jeffn5675]

thank you for posting truth about this product, G6>G7, fully agree, for reasons mentioned

[@joep5337]

Again, I appreciate the effort behind your videos. After months of G7 use with a dedicated Dexcom receiver, I've never encountered a signal loss error. Of course, I keep it in my pocket except when I turn it off to charge it. I don't want it sounding alarms during the night. If I go too low, I always wake up feeling like crap. But my wife gets to keep sleeping. I suspect that many people who run the Dexcom app on their phones have G7 signal loss errors because their phones are dialing down or suspending apps to save power. People should check their app permissions and turn on unrestricted access to the battery. All and all, I'm a big fan of the G7 system. I like the G6, but I find the G7 easier to install and offers a smaller footprint in my body and in my pocket (where the receiver sits). Somehow the menus in the receiver seem more thoughtfully designed in the G7 receiver and phone app. I also find the G7 can be off in the first day after installation of a sensor but not so grossly as the G6 sometimes was. Thanks for the video.

[@anastasiakmak2409]

You don’t know what are you talking about!

[@joep5337]

More specifics?@@anastasiakmak2409

[@DiabetesStrong]

Great observations and advice. Thanks

[@sharimeline3077]

I have the opportunity to switch to the G7 from the G6, but from everything I've heard, I think I'll stick with the G6 for now. I wear it on my stomach. And I can't always carry my phone very near to the device. If I go out, I put my phone in a compartment in my walker. It works great with my G6 and I don't want that to change. If it lost signal while I was doing things I normally do, it just wouldn't work for me.

[@dawnb2224]

I am with you....I think I will stay with the G6

[@rebeccabrown5014]

I think you are wise to stick with the G6 based on your use. My husband keeps asking if I would like to switch back but I do like the lower profile of the G7. It is tempting, though, because I have found the signal loss to be quite bothersome.

[@bar1jobar]

How do I list food I eat. When I eat?

[@BrentLovel-vt8zy]

G6 is being discontinued u fortunately

[@t.lucalake8963]

THANK YOU!!, BEAUTIFUL LADY!! 😊 Several days ago, I asked my doctor to write a prescription for the Dexcom G7.

[@bux49]

I have been a Dexcom G6 and now a G7 user. My biggest problem is waking me up in the middle of the night with low sugar alerts. I draw blood and it may be 140 and the G7 says going down below 70. I do not trust the G7 numbers and still draw blood 3 to 5 times a day. The G6 wasn't any better. Today I received another shipment of G7 sensors. The first one I placed on my arm would not connect after many hours. I called Dexcom and they told me to remove it and try another sensor. This one started right away. I calibrated the new one. This morning the Dexcom said my sugar was 110. When I drew blood my reading was 79. Now for a reading of 110 I am to use 10 units of Humalog. This is why I don't trust Dexcom. Be safe.

[@abou8963]

I hate it too. It's 4 am and it's been loudly buzzing all night long because pushing the white button won't stick it in me. And they all sleep while I am disturbed all night. 😢😮

[@markallen381]

I have been a G6 user. I found that the low readings may be caused by (in my opinion): I was over-prescribed Glipizide, taking 2 tablets in the morning and 2 tablets in the evening. I reduced my intake to only 1 tablet at night and the low alerts reduced. Reducing down to just the 2 tablets in the AM and the low alerts went away. Your experience may vary.

[@lesliebates420]

I am literally going through the same exact issues. My dexcom will wake me up with low blood sugar readings and then I will double check with my glucose meter and it will be in perfect, however like you said it can be dangerous and it was for me because I trusted it at first and took glucose to raise my sugar and ended up calling 911 because my sugar went through the roof because glucose wasn't needed

[@Chris_Hruska]

do you apply any pressure when applying the sensor? I've had better luck with G6 when applying a little more pressure when inserting the sensor on abdomen. also a sensor can only be used one time in a location. because hard tissue forms after healing and that exact site will not work again for a sensor.

[@cjMbuck]

same problem. I wasn't sleeping on it, still woke me up three times with low alerts of -70. My 3 sticks put me at a steady 108. Since I don't use insulin, I would like to turn off the low alerts, but the app doesn't seem to allow it. Gives me a message that turning it off might endanger me. Since I don't use insulin, my insurance doesn't cover it, so after this sensor life is up, no more CGM's.

[@smurftube7]

You mentioned the false reading apikes that generally aren’t an issue. But I have found it to be an issue at times because I am using a Tandem t:slim X2 pump with Control IQ. A few times when a spike in the reading occurs, my pump has dosed me because it perceives an actual rise in blood sugar. This occurs when there is a spike that lasts for an extended periods of time as opposed to just a single jump. While it’s not perfect, it is a huge blessing to have this after 52 years as a Type 1 Diabetic. .

[@markdrum2392]

I am an engineer and Dexcom is using weaker transceivers. BlueTooth has an effective range of around 30 feet. This range can be lowered if you have hard barriers such as walls in the way but the new Dexcoms are weaker. I saw this starting in the early 2020s with my Dexcom G6. You should be able to have a good signal with the receiver in you back pocket. That's just poor manufacture or engineering.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for adding that piece of information

[@johnnyrooks]

Hmmmmmm 😢

[@markdrum2392]

Hopefully it helps. We have enough to deal with already.

[@katybirdmakeupartist3118]

Mark old can I ask - I’m new to Dexcom and have started yesterday g7 . Do I have to use the receiver or can I just use my phone ? Thanks in advance

[@DiabetesStrong]

@@katybirdmakeupartist3118 you can just use your phone, or both

[@robertmontgomery3892]

I've been using the G6 for about 2.5 years now and I was interested in switching to the G7. I got a prescription and then my supplier informed me that I would have to pay out of pocket for a Dexcom reader since Medicare will only pay for a new reader once every 3 years. So rather than pay several hundred dollars I've decided to wait until next spring to make the changeover. I don't see the issues you mentioned as show stoppers but I am concerned about the bluetooth signal loss issue. Thanks for the informative video about the G7.

[@carlettawindsberg9387]

I'm also on Medicare, and went ahead and made the switch from the G6 to the G7. The receiver that Medicare requires you to have even if you have the app was only $67.00.

[@robertmontgomery3892]

@@carlettawindsberg9387 The quote I received from Edgepark was approximately $400.

[@dwightl5863]

@@carlettawindsberg9387 Curious to know this: I heard somewhere that Medicare expects you to use the "12 hour grace period" completely before changing to the new sensor in the normal 10 days. Meaning you have to wear the G7 for 10 1/2 days before changing the sensor and Medicare is adjusting the reordering time to reflect that. True or not?

[@robertmontgomery3892]

@@carlettawindsberg9387 Who was the supplier that sold you the receiver for $67.00 ???

[@carlettawindsberg9387]

@dwightl5863 I haven't heard anything about that. I just had to do a new one today, 1 day early. I caught the door jam and knocked it off. I do sometimes go into the grace period, but not the full amount of time. Not fond of waking up during the middle of the night to change it out! 🤣🤣🤣

[@speedster1500]

I just started my G7 Saturday, so comments yet, but your report is top notch. Thanks. I just updated tother G7, It is significantly better then the 4,5,6, that I've been thru. I had major problems with the G6 sensors, 1.5 replacement replacements per month over a 2 year +months time. frame. I'm on Medicare and have heavy Supplemental Insurance. Or I'd be in the poorest house. Dexcom replaced all within 2 days. I tried to keep 1 spare after my Endo source never seemed to have any in stock. I finally changed to an MD ENDO and he is much better than the N.P. I had. Someone managed to lose (or purloin) 9 G7s in a shipping mess-up.$$$$$ later, I got back into the correct pattern. My time with Dexcom has been Good, I give them a5***** rating

[@wattamitchell2086]

Thankful to know it isn’t just me. I have had all these problems and tempted to go back to freestyle. Only get 10 days and first 24 hours are frequently not accurate. So I really only get 9 days instead of Freestyle’s 14 days. I have to do way more finger sticks with Dexcom 7. Had to turn off alarm for predicted low. It kept going off and was inaccurate. I don’t sleep on the Dexcom. My watch rarely picks up reading from my phone. The sensor doesn’t stick well. 😊It has a big upside, it is easy to apply. I am hanging in there with the hope that these issues will be fixed. I like that I don’t have to scan the sensor and I like that I can use my watch, my phone and reader at the same time. Sorry Dexcom the Dexcom7 acts like an entry level monitor and is not worth the extra money.

[@jamesbeard7153]

I don't know where you are located. But I just wanted you to know I really appreciate and enjoy your pros and cons of the diabetic feed back. Being a newbie with all of this ups and downs for our situation. And I think you are very beautiful. I love your accent.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you. It’s the Danish accent you’re picking up on 🙂 But I live in the US

[@type1d760]

Type one diabetic here...One thing I HATE about the Dexcom G7 app is the alarms. See with the G6 app no matter what volume level my phone was at and I fell asleep with my sound really low and my blood sugar went low the Dexcom G6 would always turn my sound/volume all the way up really loud! Now with the Dexcom G7 it doesn't do that. It will sound my alarms at whatever volume level that I had left it at. Which isn't good because a lot of the times I forget to turn it back all the way up 😢 and then I won't hear any alarms until my husband or daughter is waking me up with a soda in their hand telling me that my Dexcom G7 is saying just LOW 😬 Not Good! Very Dangerous! Another thing, when I turn my phone sideways and put my finger on the graph it won't say the time, blood sugar reading at all so if I forgot to put in when I ate I cannot find out what exact time it was. I have to guess. Which isn't accurate. I'm going back on my Dexcom G6 because there is so much about the Dexcom G7 that I hate. Like tearing off my skin after removing it...ouch! Not being able to restart it after it failed to connect when putting on a new Dexcom G7 sensor and its my last one not great. And I also didn't know that my insulin pump wouldn't work with the Dexcom G7 so I haven't been able to use it for a month. There's more but I don't feel like writing a book 😂

[@robertsnoddy1435]

Thank you for replying to my questions concerning synchronizing my InPen and the Dexcom G7. Not as easy as the G6 but I now have everything working. Really enjoy your posts. Thanks again, Robert S.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Amazing! I'm glad you got it up and running. I think the reason the Medtronic customer service person told you it didn't work is that it won't give you real-time data. But that has never been the case with Dexcom, so it's a poor way of communicating that. So it's good that we are resourceful 🙂

[@linhunnicutt6556]

My biggest issue with the G7 has been signal loss. When I had it on my left arm, it was so frustrating because I normally keep my phone in my right pocket and even during church. The thing would just go crazy so I have been experimenting with placement and have found it like you, my stomach is the best place to put the sensor and that's where it has worked the best.

[@doggiedoter]

Heck mine gets signal losses when my sensor and phone are on the same side within 18" of each other. POS

[@joannkeohan2677]

Just put on a new G7 sensor and tried to pair it. The pairing didn’t work. It kept spinning and spinning so I switched to my transmitter, put in the same information and it’s working fine. Otherwise, I love my G7 sensor but now I have to carry my transmitter and my phone with me all the time.

[@ginahammer6966]

Thanks for making this video and sharing it with us. I agree on everything you said. Some of my sessions there is no issues at all, some not so much, but all in all. I love my dexcom g7.

[@clarencemumphrey]

2 out of every 10 sensors fail on start-up. This is really bad when you are running low on sensors. A plus is I complained to Dexcom and they replaced the sensors quickly.

[@crochetaway46]

I agree with everything you said. Learning about the compression lows explains a lot about the nighttime lows. Being a side sleeper, my alerts go off and then I can't go back to sleep. My major issue is with the adhesive. Even after following the instructions exactly as printed, I find they do not stick well. I had to purchase extra over patches to alleviate the issue.

[@gloriatucker6404]

Having the same issue with the adhesive. Switched from Libre2 to get readings without needing to manually scan. Those never came off, can’t keep the Dexcom on!!

[@linhunnicutt6556]

I have used skin tack instead of the adhesive overlay and have had much better adhesion than with what has come with the sensor.

[@colleenp9837]

The G7 was awesome but it kept falling off of my arm. I’m wearing the G6 now with no problems.

[@susannichols7383]

Thank you for sharing this information. I wore the G6 and I'm using the G7. The first 10 days of wearing I received a message on day 8 that I needed to replace it. I spoke with a representative and they are mail8ng out a replacement. I too have had issues of being out of range.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thanks for sharing

[@robmiller54]

I’ve had readings of 50 when sleeping, out of bed and check to see a 50to 70 point difference.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Those sound like compression lows. Annoying

[@giannazellner1579]

Me, too! Mine was off by over 100 pts for the past 2 days. I haven't slept well in over a week.

[@BrookeMason-v8k]

Glad to have found your channel. Waiting for insurance approval but the doc office gave me my first sensor which failed within two hours then said i must not uave placed it right after their nurse done it. Anxious for my approval to really cut down on the number of finger sticks.

[@DiabetesStrong]

The first one failed 😬 I hope you have a better experience with the next one

[@lupiemiracle]

I do like that it’s smaller, closer to the Libre size but not enough stick adhesive like the Libre so I see why they had to include the annoying tacky addition patch. As someone mentioned them discontinuing G6; yes that wouldn’t be good to phase out G6 because I also use it for steady drip with Omnipod and G7 isn’t even FDA approved yet to communicate with Omnipod here in the states. I especially don’t like how the signal is too weak and will make it even harder to stay communicating with each device as @diabetesstrong first mention. Then again I can only imagine how much radiation could be building up over time of always having to wear these devices. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Being MiracleLupie Only God knows and I’m continuously grateful for each day he keeps me protected, level and alive.

[@MaryDurst]

Iuse clear medical tape to make sure my g7 sensor stays on my arm it works great

[@shustes1]

Thank you for your video; it was most informative. I have noticed some unusually low readings in the first 24 hours of a new sensor and your video explains it perfectly. One other thing about the Dexcom G7 that bothers me is that you can't get visibility to readings in the past, only the current. This came up because in my Cardio Rehab they asked me what my "fasting" blood sugar reading was (when I first woke up) and I had forgotten to look. It would be nice if I could tap one of the previous dots on the graph and unveil the reading at that time.

[@jamato8461]

You can find out in the Clarity reports online. Just hover over at any time point and it will show you your BG at that point.

[@arjuju1979]

My teen was diagnosed with Type1 in May of this year. In June, he started using G6. At his follow-up in Oct, we were told that insurance covered G7 so he decided to give it a try. The biggest issue for us has been "compression lows" at least 4 nights a week. I get the low signal on my phone (I follow his readings) and get up to ask him to change sleeping position. Within minutes, the readings are normal again. He currently wears on his arm because he tried his belly the first time (as he was used to doing with G6) and it gave false highs, false lows, loss of signal during, etc... issues every single day during whole session. We decided that the belly readings just didn't work for him... what are other locations that work well?

[@DiabetesStrong]

It’s only FDA-approved for the arm, CE marked for the belly and arm, but that doesn’t mean you can’t wear it off-label. It’s just an own risk kinda situation. I’ve only tried it on my abdomen, arm, and thigh but this video covered a lot of the places people like to wear (G6) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWSYYpRohdJ_aJYsi=4_aj7Hbbul26aANb

[@ASplashOfColorJewelry]

Depending on your income your T1D child will qualify for SSDI. That way they will get Medicaid coverage and Medicare. The endocrinologist can send prior approval a letter insurance to get your child the G7.

[@srh8440]

⭐️Excellent presentation…..we thank you for your time👍!

[@LauraCairns-z5h]

I have had all of these issues with the G6 as well, at one point or another. I have to recalibrate at least once with every sensor, sometimes more, especially the first day. I am a little disappointed to hear that Dexcom has not corrected some of these with the G7. On my way home from my vacation this past summer I sat next to a gentleman who worked for Dexcom and we had quite the conversation. He asked about my likes and dislikes and and I had a list of both. When it works, it is great. When it doesn't, it is a pain. I really wish they would stop advertising "eliminates finger sticks" on their commercials. It is very misleading to those who are contemplating getting a CGM. Obviously the only way to be sure your meter is accurate and you are dosing correctly is to do a finger stick. I do at least one a day. Depending on the sensor, my readings have sometimes been 30 points higher or lower than than my finger stick reading. You really have to spot check......

[@billyg8614]

I've also had a few occasions where I see a double up arrow, high glucose reading. I take a correction bolus. Then 5 minutes later, my readings are flat. This taught me to wait at least 10 min before correcting a high trend.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Yes, that’s a pro tip right there

[@ryanjosef]

the battery in the G7 transmitter is a CR1216 "button cell" and is noticeably smaller than in the g6. The b/t hardware is most likely very low power which would account for the signal losses .(edit ) Not dismissing the G7 in any way.. It is a marvelous piece of tech in tight injection molded material .. It is truly fascinating how much they are doing with the sensor with the amount of power it has to use. Look up the size of a cr1216 , you will understand I think . In my opinion the abdomen should be FDA approved "for reasons" ;).. The back of the arm is a nice idea but for a person like me it is very problematic and opens the door for wild swings in readings because I do not always get proper subdermal fluid circulation in my arm for example... I think they are on the right track but maybe They could use a better data transfer protocol to make better use of low emission / low power bluetooth ..

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thank you for adding that

[@RadioWhisperer]

I had the G7 for 2 months. My skin is not particularly oily but i could not get the sensor to stay on. I always used the ring, and i even added an additional purpose made bandage-like covering, and nothing would keep them on. I blew through 4 sensors just trying to get it to stay on. G6 works great for me, so I've gone back to it. The G6 has been more accurate for me but thats likely related to having the sensor not stay on. I also had a lot of site pain just touching the sensor. Never had that with the G6. G7 is a total fail for me so I'm back to G6

[@MaryDurst]

Iuse clear medical tape over my g7 sensor works great to keep it on

[@davidcamuccio5220]

I like everything about the G6 better than my G7 except the grace period and the 30 minute warm up. Patches are very difficult to put on Bluetooth not nearly as good.

[@johnnaylor1706]

I'm making the move from Libre 2 to G7 as a result of changes in insurance coverages ... Libre 2 came off the "formulary" with my old carrier and was costing me $70 a month at Walgreens (2 sensors). I was at the CVS down the block but our local store is a disaster.... had to come in on Wednesday to pick up on Friday. Walgreens orders it on their own every Wednesday. The Doc recommended the Libre 2 and the Libre 3 hits your phone battery a lot harder. Never had any problem with adhesion, love the longer14 day period. And while I never had compression accuracy issues, I did experience a barely noticeable dull pain that persisted days after removing. So, I tried the front of the arm, and that went away. Along with the longer lifespan, I also see more users complaining about adhesion, dead sesors and compression issues on the Dexcom, along with the clunky graph .... I'd rather stay with the Libre 2 or 3. But our current insurer pays nothing towards the $70 / month Walgreens price, the insurer pays all but $20 a month for the Dexcom 3, so Dexcom it is.

[@jackwyatt1900]

Just started with G7 and love it so far. Wear it on my abdomen.

[@2bYshuas]

may I ask do you wear above the waist band or below. I always wore my G6 lower abdomen below waist band. I am On my first G7 on upper arm and it is uncomfortable at times. Also I sleep on my sides so not sure if it will work for me on the arm. Thats why I am asking about your placement on the abdomen Yjamks

[@2bYshuas]

it would help if I could typw! That was Thanks

[@pattyv341]

I'm a type 2, non insulin dependent. I have both the receiver and the app on my phone. I'm also on Keto, so lows are not rare. I found that the receiver was keeping me up all night with low alarms, while you can quiet the app for a few hours at a time, so you can sleep all night long. I now keep the receiver in the car overnight.

[@kevindodd6384]

Now I know why you have sugar diabetes , that’s because you are so sweet . I love your smile ,attitude, and your sense of humor , I believe you should Be the spoke person for DEXCOM .

[@jerrybailey6584]

I just installed my G7 today. The reason I wanted to go to the new G7 from the G6 was most of the reasons you gave. Time will tell I guess!

[@MrWorf53]

I just got the G7 after using the G6. Your video is very helpful.

[@maryhartman3299]

Really helps to hear the down side of your experience. I'm just switching onto my G7 from G6 - waiting now for warm up, I got super excited seeing 30 minutes rather than 2 hours - so, no matter what I really like that....I tried using G6 on my arms, and that DID NOT ever work for me...signal loss frustration on G6 - so, I know after hearing still that can be a problem with G7, i'll avoid that...I had some G6 insertions that the first 24 hours had to work itself out to more normal reading levels, such as bleeders, or not hydrated enough, so that won't be a new thing for me on G7. I'll just stay hydrated and be aware...I can see how arm insertions for people who prefer that site would be frustrated...overall, i'll be happy for a short warm up and grace period for change out.

[@jaygrounds4505]

You can't adjust the high and low warning numbers like the g6 that is a huge issue for me considering if my sugar is 55 I'm in a horrible situation need to be able to increase the number for a safer response time

[@DiabetesStrong]

Yes, you can adjust the alarms so that they work for you

[@jaygrounds4505]

@@DiabetesStrong mine says that number can't be adjusted but I'm not great with electronic things could you or do you have a video on changing the low number

[@DiabetesStrong]

you can't change the urgent low alarm setting, but the "Low" setting you can adjust from 60 up to 150

[@jaygrounds4505]

@@DiabetesStrong thanks I did figure it out I appreciate you

[@brakeme1]

Just got my first one 2 days ago. Put it my thigh. Screamed for 10 minutes. Periodically for an another hour and had to pull it. Switched to back of arm. All fine. No connectivity losses…yet.

[@jbbrown7907]

You are my go-to person for my G7 questions. I misplaced my G7 reciever the other day. This made me download the app on my phone. The phone app seems to have far less information than the receiver had. I can't find my reports or my averages. I can't see where I can find the GMI feature on the phone app. Is the phone app as short as it appears or am I just not seeing something? PS, I found myreceiver, thank goodness. The reciever makes an annoying sound when it wants to be found.

[@DiabetesStrong]

You need to download the Dexcom Clarity app to get all of the reports on your phone. So both the Dexcom app as well as the Clarity app to get all that you need. Glad you found the receiver :-)

[@jbbrown7907]

@@DiabetesStrong Thank you.

[@davidwilliamson7514]

I also have more lost signals, I’ve just learned to keep my phone where Dexcom can send a signal (i.e. not through my body). I have found G7 MUCH more accurate than G6, I usually have to calibrate one or two mornings after inserting but then it works really well. The biggest problem for me is when I insert it on my arm and get what looks like a seismograph chart of an earthquake because I inserted it in or close to muscle. I usually insert a new sensor about 11 am and wait until 4 or 5 pm before connecting to it. Sometimes I get double lines for both sensors but they tend to merge about the time I connect to the new one showing me it can calm down relatively quickly. When I get the broken graphs, I figure it’s compression or sudden quick exertion and just wait for it to level out agin, it always seems to.

[@hollyrust2174]

I like it when it works well. Lately, my sensor expires late evening which makes the first 24 hour period off and wake me up in the middle of the night! Sometimes the difference is huge! So, I do like you said and get up do a finger stick to check where I’m at then try to go back to bed. My problem is once I’m up, it’s often likely that I won’t go back to sleep. But I have experienced all the problems you mentioned. It’s frustrating at best but so nice to know that it isn’t just me. Also, maybe you could mention the “perfect place” to insert the sensor in your arm? I struggle with placement as I am super thin and not a lot of “fat” left to insert. Thanks for taking the time to research and post!

[@DiabetesStrong]

I'd rather take a night without a sensor than insert it the evening before... I know, it's like picking the lesser evil. As for placement, I prefer to wear the sensor on my stomach. But I'll experiment with more placements and do a video about it

[@scottclements3649]

I am coming over from Freestyle Libre, because of insurance coverage. I haven't applied the Dexcom yet. Im not happy to hear about the out of range issue, Freestyle Libre has that annoying issue as well

[@anothercitizen4867]

Thank you for this video. I am considering g7. Currently using g6 which does fine until about day 8, then I get wildly fluctuating readings and then come the sensor errors (told to wait up to 3 hours )

[@carolinecottingham8518]

Great information! Have you ever run across the problem of inserting a new sensor and it starts with the urgent lows. I recalibrate and it starts its downward arrows through 60 then 50"s then lower then it has no number and just has three dashes where the number should be and no arrow either up or down. I will have to recalibrate quite a few times trying to get it to read correctly. These finger sticks get old after awhile. Customer service tech just tells me that if it is working right now then I don't have a problem, ??? Help Love your channel, you make me feel like I am not out there all alone! Thank You!

[@DiabetesStrong]

Yes, and for whatever reason mainly if I start it before bedtime. Then I'll often see constant (fake) lows during the first ~12 hours. I generally try not to start a new sensor in the evening

[@Sulutube]

I went from a G6 to a G7. There;s plenty I like more about the G7 but I have frequent problems with the connection. I never noticed the 24-hr wackiness, but I will certainly pay attention the next time I swap the sensor. I've been having huge swings and now I wonder if my G7 just isn't good for me.

[@BeLikeJimin]

Thanks for the honest review. I have been considering the G7, but with restarts I can get 20-30 days of accurate readings on my G6 and it rarely drops the signal.

[@DiabetesStrong]

Thanks for sharing

[@lancejones8073]

Yes, but how much longer will they keep making the Dexcom 6?

[@rasagofalu]

I am with you. T1.5. I see the same behaviours with G7. I just watched your video today. But you explained it clearly. Great job. cheers PS: I am hoping that Dexcom will adjust their software to counter these. don't know