SHOCKING Freestyle Libre Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making!

The Freestyle Libre is a great tool for people with diabetes, when its used the right way. In this video, I'll talk about some of the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
If you're new to the Freestyle Libre, or if you're just looking to brush up on your knowledge, this video is for you. And whether you're using the Freestyle Libre 14 day, Freestyle Libre 2 or the new Freestyle Libre 3, this video will help you avoid the most common mistakes and get the most out of your device.
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[DISCLAIMER: While I am a Physician Assistant, none of the content I post should be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your doctor or healthcare provider if you have questions about your diabetes management and overall health. This video does not substitute professional medical advice and watching this video does not establish a provider-patient relationship.]

[@amaryllis2164]

I don't know about the Libre 14 day or Libre 2 but the Libre 3 has a warning about vitamin c at the time that you insert it. Another point, at least with the Libre 3, it can be wildly inaccurate during the first 24 hours and certainly during the first 12 hours. I have to explain to my endocrinologist that all the hypoglycemic events on the first night after inserted are incorrect. I used to do multiple finger sticks but now I know that it's just the sensor itself acclimating. However I'm a very well controlled type 2, and mostly use my meter to see how food affects my blood sugar. Has kept me with an HBA1c between 5.3 and 5.5 for the last year and a half. I've been wearing it for a little over 2 years. And Skin Tac is a blessing. I was going to mention it if you didn't. Haven't had a sensor fall off since I started using it.

[@17portland]

Re Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), a huge problem is that it is not only in health supplements but many prescribed medications and processed foods include it for is preservative qualities. I discoverwed it in bread, juice, preprepared meals, diabetes-related medications and so much more. I did have a problem with false higher readings and missing hypo's and when I called Abbot about the problem, the customer service team aren't alerted to the issue (they replaced four sensors as defective). Now I check all ingredients labels and have greatly reduced my intake of added Vitamin C. Reading the label closer also helps with tracking to the point I achieved an HbA1c of 5.8 (40mmol) within 4 months of starting with Freestyle.

[@starpartyguy5605]

I drink 3 glasses of Diet Cran/Cherry daily. 78 grams per glass. Would take a lot to build up to the levels warned about. Light concord grape juice contains 90 mg Vitamin C / 12 g carbs. There is also a diet Grape juice at WM that only has 18 g. of Vitamin C and 2 g carbs. I use juice when I'm watching TV to avoid eating mindless naked carbs.

[@17portland]

@@starpartyguy5605 You need to look at all foods and drinks you have - many add ascorbic acid as a preservative to extend the shelf life. When you start looking for it you will be surprised at how much you actually take in - even industrial bakeries add it to bread to keep it fresh longer And as a side, if drinking diet drinks, watch out for certain sweetners that, although manufactured from sugar, do not count as carbs but can affect glucose levels.

[@bmsyoutube9800]

In addition, I have observed that eating kiwi fruit also shot up the reading falsely since it has high amount of vit C.

[@russelldemczak8510]

How did I not know I could just fill out a form online, instead of spending 15-20 minutes on the phone everytime a sensors fails prematurely?! Gold - thank you! It was a shame they stopped including the alcohol wipe. But I've never noticed a difference one way or the other. In almost 3 years, I've not had a single sensor fall off, or even get knocked off. Adhesive strength is not a concern for me. Failed sensors with event code 365 are my nemesis. I probably have that happen by day 7 or 8, 75-80% of the time.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@ForceFreeTrainergirl06]

how many sensors have you had fail? I've been using the Libre for 3 years and I have had one drop off because I didn't pay attention to it coming unstuck and remedy the situation. I've never had one fail in any way.

[@russelldemczak8510]

I'd imagine at 3+ years and that rate of failure...60+. A week and a half ago, I went through 3 in 36 hours total. They seem to perform worse the leaner I get. As someone who works in health and fitness, that's kind of a problem 😂

[@scott.h.zucker]

​@@ForceFreeTrainergirl06I haven't had a Libre 3 last more than 9 days without it failing (issuing low glucose alarms). Accuracy starts out great but then drifts wider and wider until receiving low glucose alarms with normal glucose. Abbott seems to send me a replacement sensor about every other week. It's super annoying. I've had lengthy conversations with them and I seem to be doing everything right ... I don't know the underlying cause.

[@davidshepard2372]

The extra adhesive with the hole in the middle is a must. In my opinion

[@Pharmacist-p8q]

According to the professional information I've received, the glucose readings displayed by the meter are about 30 minutes behind actual blood sugar levels as recorded with a finger prick. (not just a few minutes as mentioned in the video). It's great for being aware of trends in the blood sugar level, but we have to remind ourselves that a finger prick may be needed to confirm exact values before a treatment decision is made.

[@dinnes3375]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thanks!

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you so much!!

[@Super-Sal]

What if blood comes out from that tiny hole on sensor at the time of first pasting

[@starpartyguy5605]

I bent 2 pins on my first 2 Libre 3 sensors, putting them on the arm in the exact location mentioned. My tricep muscles apparently are too tough. I called Abbott, got replacement sensors sent, and asked for advice. They recommended the inside, flat area of the upper arm between bicep and tricep. The sensor went in and I've tested it with finger sticks over the past 3 days. It was 60 points off on day one. but now is within 20 points. It's an easier spot to apply anyway. Also, I sleep on my side and roll in bed. So putting it on the outside or back of arm, exposes it to compression and getting knocked off. BTW, I'm using Skin Prep by Smith & Nephew. If the sensor comes off before 14 days, I'll go to Skin Tack. Love the video though.

[@tomodell2027]

Miss the alcohol wipe!!!

[@denisemakris2757]

Thank you for the info.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

You bet!

[@bellaleny]

Thank you for the video 💗🌷

[@diabetesdailydigest]

You are so welcome!

[@johnmichael4262]

My freestyle libre 3 keeps giving me false low blood sugar readings. Anybody know why or what causing this to happen?

[@LoLHahaLolHahaLol]

Lots of “B” Roll and scare tactics 🤣😂🤣😂but very informative as well I would have also liked a link to the product skin tac as well I did give thumbs 👍 up and subscribed for the Drama alone 🎭🥰

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Haha thank you! The Skin Tac wipes and bottle are available on Amazon.

[@ellenherman9543]

I put the sensor in the front instead of the back of my arm...then i do t have problems with it falling off.

[@ADHDfool]

I run up to 60 miles a week and do 1 hour sauna sessions in temperatures of 180 and the libre 3 is still stuck like glue after 14 days. Maybe because I live in the California desert.

[@danielj233]

With extra adhesive?

[@ADHDfool]

@@danielj233 nope. It has to be because I live in the desert.

[@romanw6636]

Well, I guess we won't have to worry about diabetes if we die from scurvy first... Regarding the lag argument, that is obviously nonsense because the Libre has perfectly consistent errors (e.g. always 3.0 mmol/l low). If the problem were lag then the sensor would read high when BG is falling but it never does. Given that Abbot replaced the sensor without asking any questions suggests that Abbot agree that a large number of their sensors are defective.

[@SSEL_RAEF]

My readings are always really off the first few days

[@susanlane5420]

my husband has alzheimers along with his diabetes and i think he pulls the libre 3 off. is there somewhere we can put it so he cant pull it off.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

It is considered "off label" as the company only recommends the back of the arm but there are people who place them on the abdomen as well. I'd suggest talking to your healthcare provider first to get their clearance.

[@gabrielpina4]

I thought these cgms gives you readings every 1 min and then stores all info for only up to 8 hours but mine seems to only give me the readings when i scan it and that it nothing more if i only scan i once every 7 to 8 hours if will only show the info for one time I scanned??? If i scanned it twice then it will only show the two reading that i took??This is not what i thought this does i thought i was getting a constant reading up to 8 hours of storage....!!! And scan was just to transfer information so Either i got faulty device or if this is how this works i will go to another brand!! Because im already not liking freestyle 2 if this is the case

[@cc8071]

That's how Libre works. You have to scan it.

[@ShelLeader]

Abbott does not provide customer service. They have we can't help you service.

[@ppumpkin3282]

For me libre was inconsistent and useless.

[@MrSkinkarde]

Libre app sucks.

[@Karen-jp1ns]

To get a new sensor when yours fails: Go to their website Freestylelibre.com Click on the 3 red lines on the top right corner. Choose SUPPORT. Then choose SENSOR SUPPORT REQUEST. Then choose MY SENSOR FELL OFF or I SEE AN ERROR MESSAGE. From there, choose your sensor type.

[@allsandiego1294]

Today is my first day wearing Free style 3 . Thank you for the information. I got a low sugar warning and got scared and did a glucose test and it was at 85 and decided to do research on accuracy and found out a lot of valuable information from your channel

[@AlexA-y4y4h]

No need to panic, Check daily and weekly pattern

[@jerryhoare8198]

My problem with the Libre 2 is inaccurate sensors. At least one in three sensors is inaccurate so I can't trust the devices; I still have to do finger sticks. Also, I don't like the idea that Abbott customer service is in the Philippines. Abbott CEO Robert Ford makes more than $20M per year. That's not enough?

[@jangradi]

Did you watch the video? It explains the readings vs fingersticks

[@buffuniballer]

I've moved to taking 1/2 a Vit C supplement. Most vitamins are eliminated before the body can use them, so cutting vitamins in half reduces the waste as well as avoids this issue. Also, one should consider what other vitamins and supplements offer. Many add C or have it as part of their package like most multi-vitamin offerings. My men's multi-vitamin has 99mg or about 110% I take a half tablet of that in the evening. I take 250mg C, 5000iu of D, some Zinc and 1/2 of a B supplement in the AM and a 1/2 men's multi-vitamin in the evening. The things I've found interfere with my Libre3 are compression, dehydration and if I've consumed too much salt. (Split a bacon baked potato with my wife and while my Libre3 was going low, my finger sticks were 70-100 mg/dL higher. I had worked out in the AM as well, so 4 pints of water over the next couple of hours got things closer over the next 24 hours. I was about to contact Abbott about another failed sensor, but gave it 24 hours to see if it was me. I think the sensor was 3-4 days into the 14 day cycle. Thanks for your content.

[@ricklong3260]

Thsnk you! Nice to hear other people's experiences. ❤

[@dwightl5863]

I'm not a Libre user but would say the holes primary purpose is where the insertion needle goes through when putting on the sensor. Same would hold true for the Dexcom G7. But allowing it to breathe may be reasonable but on the other hand it would allow water in while showering or swimming as well.

[@bmrbca3658]

I find that by around day 10 mine start to throw low glucose warnings for no apparently reason.

[@captainnerd6452]

Mine, too, often 40-50 points below the results from my finger stick, making the alarm go off constantly. It's been about 25% of the sensors I've gotten.

[@carmensnyder8889]

This is happening to me have had it on for 5 days and today I've had it go off 8 times saying low glucose when I'm not. I'm about to just take it off.

[@justrusty]

I was out hiking (5 weeks) and two sensors fell off in quick succession. After discussing with my health care provider we determined that the sensors were more likely to stay on if I put the new one on at night before going to sleeping bag, rather than in the morning just before I would be hiking and sweating. Obvious in hindsight I guess, but to generalize, if you put them on at night you may give the adhesive more time to set before stressing it. (I now put them on at night only, and use extra adhesive product.)

[@averagejoeorjane]

I disagree that the libre 2 is simply lagging and therefore doesn't match the glucometer. What I have done is deliberately check my blood glucose up to 15-20x per day just as a comparison. The libre is off more often than not. So far libre 2 has terrible accuracy andbit is almost higher than the glucometer reading by anywhere from 5-45 points. We are talking about a reading of 175 post prandial that is really 130. Very bad.

[@catherineconway2387]

Agree, mine are frequently off by an amount that's quite a bit. I have little confidence in the numbers.

[@beatrizmercado9950]

I appreciate that you made this video, it's very informative, I learned a few things I didn't know, like the website page, the reason for putting sensor in the back of the arm. So true about missing the other screens, I was focusing only on the main screen. Thank you!

[@jepomer]

Good information in this video. When the sensors stay on, the continuous readings are extremely helpful. Over the few months I have used the sensors, my A1C dropped from 7.4 to 5.8 - my doctor asked me how I did it. As an engineer, I am used to monitoring lots of instrumentation and tweaking the instruments to run at peak performance. I knew that the sensor lags the finger stick readings about 20 to 30 minutes typically. I aim to keep my average readings between 90 and 100 versus being happy when my before meal finger stick readings were close to 130 but we're often much higher. Lately, the Libre 3 sensors have come loose fall off or and give an alarm. Most of the time it is when I am sweating or working in the rain with just a shirt on. Several have become loose while bumping into a doorway or chair. I have been experimenting where the best position is. I notice that I tend to brush up against doorways with my right arm. I place the sensors on my left. Abbott's notes recommend shaving the area. I did last night. I am hairy and have good swaths Sicilian skin. I apply the sensors after showering and wiping the area with alcohol. Just ordered some over-patches to facilitate keeping the sensor on AND help provide a sloped surface for when I do brush up against something with my left arm.

[@justanotherperson584]

My experience with this tool is the inaccuracy. Only once in a while will the libre ever be the same as the blood reading. I stick to the blood reading and nothing else.

[@michellen6595]

Your video is so informative. I learned some valuable lessons. Thank you!!

[@diabetesdailydigest]

You are so welcome!

[@barryhambly7711]

I can't see how you can use these monitors with out continually doing a blood check the ones I have had read above actual level and just go high when I have a meal so I have to check to see what is really happening. It just gives me an idea between readings with the graph but they do not do what they should they are just not good enough yet. I do not get much of a delay between it detecting change in sugar levels compared to blood test.

[@rolandmartin763]

Why has that Lady Water Running down the Sink?

[@wilbard6708]

Had heard some time ago that the hole was for the skin's moisture from under patch to escape, what I thought you were going to say was missing was a alcohol wipe to use on the skin before putting on sensor. Good info in video, thanks.

[@sharonschott5925]

The last two Freestyle Libre 3's have been extremely difficult to unscrew the protective cap.I presently have aFreestyle Libre 3 that i'm unable to unscrew the cap. My husband, who has" lock tight" hands was unable to open the sensor cap as well. I contacted Libre 3 customer service but was unable to resolve the issue. Is this happening to anyone else?

[@aleksandraszefke5728]

Yes, the libre 3 i got was very hard to unscrew as well. My husband had a hard time.

[@healingenso7923]

Great info. My first sensor just came off, putting on a tshirt at 11 days. But I am in the hot tub for up to 1 hour a day, so not too bad, as I assume the hot water softens the adhesive. I have well-controlled T2D (5.5/5.6 A1C/GMI) and I have been using the Libre 3 for my education to help planning aggressive exercise ) lost 60 pounds in 2023. So I already have all I need for now and till try another sensor in 1-2 months. I have seen questions every day about the drain hole on FB groups and there has never really been a good explanation, so thanks for that.

[@kalaipaa]

Thank You so much for the link. I am new to Freestyle 3 14 day sensor and I may have did it wrong or it was a faulty sensor. the sensor could not link to my phone app. I was given 2 sensors, $80.00 with insurance. I immediately had to put my 2nd sensor. I just filled out the replacement sensor form. I hope it works. If it does, I will have you to thank!!

[@scottnewlin1]

Very well done! Thanks. I see so many pics and videos with incorrect sensor location. Flabby part of the back of the arm is very important for a good experience.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@billthecat22]

Try reaching that sensor in a suit. Some of us have larger chests and can't reach that far.

[@ashleyd6338]

Very simple? Back when i had een fl3 the libre link had so many problems THE ADHESIHE WAS SO STRONG MY SKIN GOT RASHES?

[@dannytcb8583]

I did have infected skin in the beginning, now i use cavilon spray from 3M wich works great. Did not know about the vitamine c, thats disturbing, thanks for sharing 👍

[@Pharmacist-p8q]

There's an additional reason to avoid ASA (Aspirin, Salicylic Acid, etc) when you are diabetic. ASA is an anti-inflammatory (NSAID), and this category of medication can put a strain on the kidneys. If someone is tending toward kidney failure (which is a potential complication of diabetes), use of this category of medication can push them farther in that direction. So, whenever possible, it's best to try to avoid NSAIDs...err on the side of caution. (Double check with your doctor before taking NSAIDs--they'll know your individual risk for complications.)

[@ven2k997]

Everyone I have the best option if you have a sensor, try using a large bandage over your sensor, it helps me with everything like walking into door frames or having that conversation with your coworkers. It can stop the tearing if your sensor hit a door frame or when people ask about why you have a bandage over your arm you can tell them anything when talking about type one diabetes but the best way to do it is be comfortable with who you are and I use Brand-Aid I am in Canada but I hope I could help it really makes a different when saving a sensor and you get a 10 pack so you really get 2 - 3 sensor's worth of protection .

[@carolynadams5126]

I found bandages and patches curl and fall off. I have discovered mastisol to be the very best product for keeping my sensor on.

[@clarencemoore3511]

You can also buy heavy duty covers. This is the ONLY way I can keep on for a week.

[@caroljones9438]

Removed the libre 2 sensor today,was put on friday,first time using one of these devices,not accurate,giving false hypo warnings,back to normal finger testing,might try again in the future if made more accurate

[@petermacdonald6332]

In Canada, Abbott customer support has been amazing.

[@johndavison5989]

hI ave used Libre 3 for 2 years now and never had a sensor fall off..even after a bath or a shower..If i get a low blood sugar alarm on my Libre 3 app I ALWAYS double check my bloods with my Gluco RX and carry out a finger prick test (which is more accurate) and adjust my insulin accordingly.I never soley rely on Libre 3.

[@eliaswanjara8725]

I can't access libre 2 app on playstore. What app should I use?

[@worthybookjourney3231]

Does Vitamin C cause the same issue if it comes from food? I would love for you to do another Libre 2 and 3 comparison.

[@Love2heal]

Thank you for your video. I believe I understand what happened now when I receive the error signal error. I placed the grip over my sensor thinking that would keep it in place and buy new sensor would’ve been placed in this coming Saturday and today is Tuesday as such. I’ve returned to hot yoga and after the class I’ve experienced signal error so I went looking on KZbin and I found your video on explain that the cover should have a hole in the middle so that the sensor can sort of air out and I believe that’s what happened to me with the skin group so they are long story short. I will need to reapply a new sensor this evening. Thank you so much for your video. I’ve learned so much I need to purchase the skin grips with the hole in the middle.

[@ludekspurny5553]

Thank you for your advice! I just discovered your channel. My wife is a diabetic so I translate her your advice (she is weak in English). I consider your channel very interesting and helpfull. Greetings from The Czech Republic

[@brucehanson9976]

Could you please tell me how to navigate the web sight on how to get a replacement sensor ,My diabetic lady and I tried every way even to say it fell off which Free Style said to do not the numbers are way off Thank you ,Bruce Hanson, PS this is the secant time that I have asked you.

[@cherryalexander8598]

This video was so informative

[@jankubicek9109]

Well back of the arm doesn't really help you. There is one muscle...maybe you heard of it? Called triceps....The upper chest works better when you go to a gym because there is less dangerous muscle contraction than the tricep. Triceps move a lot up and down when you train them.

[@Claire-mv1tf]

An alcohol wipe.. is essential.

[@Wally2Feathers]

Thanks I didn't know as much as I thought.

[@afgusmao]

#6 how do I compensate for the reading difference?

[@talk2hubba]

back of arm leave it to be caught on things....

[@talk2hubba]

not going to send my tag to a lab for my blood to dna scan....

[@kangitankaska]

5:21 - I got some overcovers (patches) from Skin Grip; they specify for Libre 3 use only. The patch does not have a hole for the sensor-vents. Should I discard them? You’d think they would know the purpose of the hole when they designed the patch!

[@diabetesdailydigest]

They'll still work, just would be better if they had the opening. There are plenty of adhesive companies that do make it with the opening already cut out which would be ideal when you buy one in the future.

[@sashac5359]

I’ve lost a bit of weight and my arms are flabby. When I put up my arm to apply the sensor it looked like it was applying in the back of my arm. But once applied I put my arm down and it is slightly to the inside of my arm. Is there anything to do when dealing with this?

[@Artzimer1958]

I just started using this app. Thank you for this video because I was frustrated for a few hours because what I was seeing on the app was totally different than fingersticks that I was doing. Thank you for clarifying t the reason for this discrepancy.❤❤

[@diabetesdailydigest]

You're very welcome!

[@prasajwol]

I change freestyle libre sonsor and appied new sensor... Bur reader does not works .. it shows incompatible .... can you help me ..

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Are you sure the reader is compatible with the sensor? Example: Libre 14 day sensor is only compatible with the 14 day reader and Libre 2 which is a blue reader is only compatible with the Libre 2 sensor.

[@DD17666]

Device with so many fails simply should not be on the market.

[@harveylinney]

They’re always one talking s***

[@thorritz8520]

Good information and I think probably applies to most cmg devices. Does dexcom have forms to request sensor replacement instead of calling tech support? I like the info about vitamin c effects. Didn't even think about that with some of cold/flu meds u listed and typically when I'm feeling sick I totally have to rely on CMG as lose all sense of whether I'm high or low. Keep making more of these videos

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Dexcom actually has it built right into the phone app which makes it even easier. Thank you so much, I'll definitely keep making them!

[@satyanarayanarayaraddi3864]

today i fixed libre free style sensor to my arm and took readings and after six hours the sensor stopped taking the readings?

[@jodyjackson5475]

That hapnd to me. I got a free replacement

[@jamessharier7529]

I always use skin tac to install my sensor. Great information

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@amazingAish6187]

Can someone help me. I’m pre diabetic but I don’t understand the readings I’m getting on the libre. I’m getting readings from 4.2-6.9 is this high what does it mean please?

[@martinliehs2513]

Your doctor should be providing guidance on your glucose levels. Also, there are 2 different scale units that are used when measuring blood glucose (mmol/l or mg/dl) depending on where you live. It is important to know which units you are using, and the time at which you are checking your glucose (fasting or after eating).

[@amazingAish6187]

@@martinliehs2513 hi thanks for your reply. Since I posted this question I have more understanding on my numbers. For the last 3 weeks I was having 4.5-5.5 mmol fasting and then about 6mmol readings 2 hours after meals. But now it seemed to have gone up 😔 fasting is at 6.6 mmol and after meals about an hour after 7.2 mmol. I don’t know why during the day when I haven’t eaten anything my sugar levels are at 6.6mmol now. Does it mean my pre diabetes has progressed? Also in London were I live they don’t help with anything unless your actually diagnosed diabetic. I buy the Libre monitor myself.

[@martinliehs2513]

@@amazingAish6187 As a type 1 diabetic for most of my life, I know that my doctor would be ecstatic if my blood sugars stayed within the range that you describe. That said, I can't speak directly to your situation as I am not a doctor. There are sources on the internet that should be able to provide some insight as to what would be considered a "normal" blood glucose reading for you. Also, as alluded to in this video, the CGM sensors are not very precise, but are helpful in monitoring blood glucose trends.

[@WeAreNotGoingBackEver]

I'm really frustrated with this thing! I think out of say 10 only two have worked for me. The other eight have either not worked at all, not connected with my phone, or fallen off. It probably wouldn't be so bad if my insurance would replace them all the time. I call freestyle libre and they replace them with no problem. But the problem I have is all the time that I'm wasting not being able to wear it. I'm ready to switch brands.

[@jerryhoare8198]

Before you switch brands, know that, according to my endocrinologist's office, all brands are problematic and not always accurate.

[@ihabahmed1132]

I have been using the sensor for 10 days yesterday the apple app can’t read the sensor or even give any error message

[@diabetesdailydigest]

That can sometimes happen towards the end of a sensor. I’d make sure to contact Libre to get it replaced as it sounds like a faulty sensor.

[@idacooper6073]

Everytime I shower it falls off

[@vxinos]

thanks for this video i been taking IgActive col.d care and that has 1000 mgs of vitamin c per sering and this explains my elevated readings. I was asking my pharmacizst if the stuff had surgar and he assurmed me it didnt but it was the actual vitamin C dose that was too high thanks for creating this video

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jbsweeney3096]

If my sensor fall off can anyone tell me what is the web address to contact re replacement, many thanks in anticipation

[@jodyjackson5475]

It’s on their website

[@listonshaw454]

Hello, thanks for running this channel and creating amazing content that helps us managing our blood glucose and overall health. I have been using the libre2 for the last 3 months and wanted to share my experience and get your thoughts please: Average glucose readings from the libre 2 app are below in mmol/L: 7 days: 5.9 14 days: 5.9 30 days: 5.7 90 days: 5.9 The Libre 2 app is showing an estimated A1C = 5.3 % (34mmol/mol) I just got my Lab report and there the HbA1C is 6.2 % I'm diagnosed as pre-diabetic based on my A1C reading. Was wondering there is such a big difference between the HbA1C readings from the Libre 2 and the lab results? Any thoughts?

[@lanamatthews7251]

It may be because the A1C is measured in serum and the Libre 2 measures interstitial fluid.

[@talk2hubba]

no share, its a secret

[@lshvfun]

Has anyone had an issue with the Freestyle Libre 3 (FL-3) working properly for about 6 days and then have an Error Message, (I believe) "Failure to read sensor"??? When I switched to FL-3, I had 5 sensors fail to read... All the sensors appear to have been securely in place... And when I tested my meter (not the phone app) it passed... I received replacements for all the failed sensors from Abbott... But eventually, due to these constant issues, I decided to go back to using the FL-2 and Abbott sent me a full replacement for my perscription (6 sensors)... Please let me know if anyone else had had sensor failures... As I said, each sensor lasted only 6 days vs the 14 they should have lasted... BTW, awesome video and seeing some of the comments here, I have ordered Skin Tac and Adhesive Remover Wipes to help keep the sensors on...

[@NecatPace]

i want to buy to peru, but the software dont work, and maybe can buy to miami, and with courrier send to peru

[@Karen-jp1ns]

Save your box because they will want your serial number when you mail it back. They send you everything you need to mail it back.

[@eliasverronen4300]

Bwoah… so nonsense.

[@jacquelinetaylor9447]

Due to insurance I had to switch from Freestyle Libre2 to Dexcom G7. Your video is great for anyone using The Freestyle Libre 2 or 3 Sensors. Thank you. 😊

[@annettefowler4704]

Thank you i'v tried and it sent me crazy.

[@mihaeladog7187]

Just started with this sensor and I got so pissed off to see how only a meal of 2 eggs and some mushroom blew up my sugar to 8.7😞.

[@kunalpillay1875]

Thanks for this video. While we have placed the sensor on back of our arm, can we do gym workouts normally as if there is no sensor attached to our arm? Especially biceps and triceps workouts. I have a slim body and I need to gain muscle mass so planning to start gym workouts.

[@martyntimmings4785]

Interesting and a great channel fot libre users, although in more tha 2 years i have ever had a sensor come "unglued" my biggest problem is y iphone app stopped working and abbots response was to send a free reader which i dont like

[@Dan23_7]

Another great tip, shave the area you’re applying the sensor to.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Great point!

[@Dan23_7]

@@diabetesdailydigest I was advised to when I started a few years ago on Libre 1. I’ve been doing it since. I’ve only ever had 1 come off and guess why ?? Door frame 😂

[@petertrippett7257]

WARNING ABOUT SKIN TAC. Because so many videos like this one recommended it, I bought some Skin Tac and used it the first time I wore a sensor. I found out the hard way that Skin Tac can cause a very severe allergic reaction on your skin. Many people are allergic to "rosin" which is one of the ingredients in Skin Tac. It is derived from pine trees and other similar plants. In my case, the reaction lasted several months, and caused blisters and bumps under the sensor that affected its readings. After that experience, I would suggest testing it before relying on it. So far, in my experience, the adhesive in the Libre 3 seems to work well without any additional precautions.

[@natashadoran6792]

I’ve just been diagnosed & just put my second Libra2 sensor on. It’s been itching under the sensor & am now thinking I’m sensitive to this. When I took the first one off it left a red skin ring where the sticky stuff was.

[@adhdhamster]

Thank you!!!! I'm allergic to adhesive and I was seriously considering it lol

[@paulguthrie438]

I use the link up app by having my doctors office following it

[@manuelschneider1480]

😏 "promosm"

[@susanalbert6195]

Thanks for the info on my new Libre 3 setup. I just started using it about a month ago. This information would have been very helpful to me and I had alot of anxiety with attaching the sensor. I learned alot from your video.

[@tyronewalker5764]

Had idea!😮

[@joemontero725]

This was another great info from you, even better than the first one. Thanks again.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@AFONLY01]

Why is the Alcohol Wipe no longer included?

[@FemmiGirlz]

Very informative. I’m so grateful that I found this video before I even started using my freestyle libre 2.

[@emilja.4205]

@DiabetesDailyDigest Another very useful video of tips to know 💯 Thank you again.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@diabetesatuniversity]

Very helpful info!

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@AhmadAbdelAziz77]

Thank you very much. These information really helped me forming a decision on whether or not to buy it.

[@diabetesdailydigest]

No problem! Glad to hear it helped.

[@Vegasflatout]

The same questions. How true.

[@OmMohamed-fr2ob]

Waw amazing

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Thank you!

[@jeannieakana808]

Thank you 🙋‍♀️

[@diabetesdailydigest]

Any time!