Top 10 Reasons Diabetes Glucose Meters Will Read Wrong!

[@maryhumphrey2236]

When you dry your hands, use a clean towel, or a paper towel. To avoid contaminating your clean hands, do not dry your hands with a towel that you have used before. Also, I have found that highly scented hand soap can throw my test numbers off a bit. I now use a glucose meter that has a test solution. Every time I open a new box of blood glucose strips, I test with the solution. Great video! Inconsistency in test numbers can be frustrating!

[@SugarMDs]

Great info!

[@roberthicks5704]

I continue to learn from your videos. This diabetes thing is new to me so I try to absorb everything you say. Thanks for your help. Greetings from North Mississippi.

[@tonycardall7334]

I've actually got 4 different glucose meters .I've had times where I've had all indate test strips and used 3 meters at the same time . The difference in readings was very surprising and went from 4.2 to 4.7 to 5.3 for my fasting . I regularly test but never take the meter readings as gospel anymore .

[@fyc55]

The international standard of these meters is +/- 0.88, try to read their instructions in the manuals. The readings are for reference only, if you want an accurate result, ask for a lab test.

[@ernestocaamano7818]

that's the reason why I am watching this video right now. I use the same meter 3 consecutive time (with different strips of course) and I still having different readings. I ck my blood in the morning however, I am NOT diabetic. Seems that pre-diabetes is sneaking on me...have the darn gene.

[@jmiguelvitela5235]

@@fyc55 "...The readings are for reference only, if you want an accurate result, ask for a lab test." that is not what it is said in this video (please see Step 9 @ 6.39 mins)

[@hildah6276]

I have survived my 2 years of diabetes thanks to all your supplements tips and info .. Thank you so much for all you do 🙏🏽❤

[@noreenahmed5556]

Hey how did you end it?

[@shirleywilhelm1495]

My workplace provided everything I needed, was stopped when I retired. Went back to relion meter replaced battery, purchased new test strips, just found out it's too old, that's probably why readings are high. Just purchased this meter. Thanks Dr.

[@SugarMDs]

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[@core251]

On top of a refrigerator is rarely a cool temperature place. Depending on your refrigerator it can be VERY warm. Good place to rise dough.

[@skyeblue5669]

I DIDN'T know we had to clean out meter.. How do I do that?? My doctor NEVER told or should me how to clean my meter.. Should I wipe it down with a ALCOHOL pad or a LYSOL wipe???🎀

[@toxclegend]

I think by dirty meter he meant more like dust getting into the slot where you insert the test strip. Doesnt hurt to clean the outside tho. Also dont use a wipe to clean the inside obviously

[@maryhumphrey2236]

I occasionally wipe my meter down with an alcohol wipe. I also keep it in a case so that it does not collect dust.

[@ralphmarlow6627]

I keep mine in a case. Plastic bag should work

[@patriciacochraan1383]

Use a acholol pad and wipe the end and all Ard it.or a least that what I do.

[@judis9184]

Excellent video Dr. Ergin! I’ve been having problems with inaccurate readings and now I know why! Also could you please do a video about your supplements and your recommendations with respects to proper dosage? I noticed that the directions for your Super Berberine says take 2 capsules with dinner or take 1. Which dosage is optimal and under what circumstances? I am prediabetic trying hard not to become diabetic. Thanks for your help with this and for sharing your knowledge and insight into this loathsome disease.

[@jameskantor0459]

Three things that will help you the most . Lose enough weight not to have an obese BMI . Aim toward normal weight. Avoid sugar and starchy foods. Get at least 150 min of exercise a week, can be walking or any moment you like and can sustain. Do not Rely on supplement first. Food , weight, exercise are the three most important thing in that order. Also get you lipid panel done. Triglyceride/ HDL ratio must be under 2.0, and an ideal is close to 1.0. Berberine 500 1-2 to a day depend what you blood sugar is. Do purchase a meter and strips , and test after meal too. Must have under 140 mg/dl one hour after a meal, and 120 mg/dl is possible. If you blood sugar is over 125 in the morning you are too high. Get on Metformin ER extended release . Prediabetes really mean early onset diabetes, do not mess around with it it’s quite serious. I hope this really helps you. James Kantor in Raleigh, NC

[@Chicago48]

Doctor, I get free meter & strips through Medicare.

[@SugarMDs]

Thank you Judi for the suggestion. We will put that on our bucket list for future videos.

[@judis9184]

@@SugarMDs Thank you Dr. Ergin. I’d really appreciate that. 😊

[@TheChristonline]

@@Chicago48 There is no such thing as free .

[@patriciadean5452]

Thanks. This was important information that i wasnt told. Thanks for your good titles. I am seeing ones that i need to listen to. A lot to learn, & you are helping. I believe the Lord showed your channel to me. I only found out i have diabetes last week.

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[@kimberlyc.8861]

Good morning. I enjoy listening to you and all the wonderful information you give us. I wondered how you feel about insurance companies sending out tests for A1C’s , Colon and etc. I am a diabetic, I do see my Dr regularly. I find this very invasive and keep refusing. I let them know , my Dr takes care of that for me. How do you feel about this. Thanks Kimberly

[@suedelaney2478]

Great info...keep meters in there cases always...and if I do not add enough blood get error message

[@SugarMDs]

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[@zanesharakeib4959]

Assalaamu Alaikum. Thank you soo much Dr. Erdin.

[@parsellart7805]

Thanks, I have been so frustrated with testing. I wash and dry my hands and keep my meter and test strips in a cool dry space. I am religious about diet and exercise but did not know about vitamin C being a problem or that meters can go bad. What a pain testing is. I am already anal about this desease.

[@SugarMDs]

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[@abebayehudesalegn4477]

I like your advise Dr.

[@botodeov57]

Love your Vids Dr. Ergin....Topic suggestion: the effects on blood sugar with the use of prednisone i.e. diabetics with comorbidities (RA, MS, AS). i am on keto...no refined carbs at all...i depend on my meter for accuracy as dosing fast acting insulin like lispro can be challenging at times. Lantus is pretty standard (body weight in kilos/ 0.2 kilo)...but too much fast acting insulin due to inaccurate meters is not acceptable...at least in my books.....i use 3 meters they are all close withing 1-1.5mmols/L.....the libre2 is 10 minutes too slow....the verio one touch is out by almost 5mmol...not all meters are created equal....some are wayyyyy out. it pays to do your homework especially what you don't know can hurt you or even kill you.

[@catwhispurrer137]

Yes, corticosteroids CAN affect your A1C levels. Found all this and more during a hospital stay for cellulitis in my leg.

[@louisshort6225]

What about the monitors that allows you to monitor your blood sugar without pricking your fingers? The type that you ware on your arm for example, can you give some feedback on those?

[@susieduzie466]

They measure interstitial fluid and the results can lag behind an actual blood test. Also they can sometimes not be accurate. I’ve had a low while it’s shown normal.

[@skyeblue5669]

Oh wow.. I always clean my finger with an alcohol pad first the way my doctor told me to do..🎀

[@khworker1322]

I hope he was talking about booze which has sugar & not rubbing alcohol.

[@md.rahamatullah5195]

This Review is very Excellent. Thanks for Review.

[@SugarMDs]

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[@RNSK8r]

Alcohol Sanitizer Solutions & alcohol Pad usage causes elevated glucose readings as well.

[@mcr2867]

I like all of your videos. They are very useful to me as I am a “new diabetic”. Thank you very much Dr. Ergin😢

[@mehrdad1065]

thank you Dr. sounded reliable information. i wonder if you have video reviewing more devices, with some recommendations. this "Care Sens N Plus" was a it too big to me.

[@martinmi5]

Thanks Doctor, you have been a lot of help to me.

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[@embracetim2559]

Thanks doc but we need more info regarding false reading and why they occur using the Freestyle Libre and Dexcom machines other than large intake of Vitamin C. I appreciate your teachings and listen and learn so much from them. Looking forward to your response.

[@SugarMDs]

Thank you for the suggestion. We will put that on our bucket list for future videos.

[@christinasweetheart2810]

How accurate are One Touch Verios? I was also told not to let your blood smear or run but to let it bubble up before using your strip.

[@kingfishphill4120]

Very good information 👌

[@jakesyaseen8494]

Accurate reading at all times is vital from Johannesburg South Africa 👍

[@SugarMDs]

Totally agree!

[@DanOKC]

My 'One Touch Ultra 2" is like a random number generator. Taking multiple test from the same spot on a finger gives me a different number each time. Every this is in date and I'm using a new test strip each time. I'd expect a group of numbers in similar range but mine are as much a 30 points part.

[@wardrobelion]

Great tutorial! Thank you.

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[@darlenericotta7550]

Thanks Dr Ergin, I had no idea about cleaning the meter? I have a Freestyle Libra too and there is such a difference in the numbers. Like about 30 points difference I use them both because the Free style usually measured higher. Thanks again!

[@SugarMDs]

Welcome!

[@littlevoice_11]

Have you seen the research showing exogenous ketones consumed with a meal can reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes?

[@sandib9152]

So what's best way to carry meter when hiking or going to amusement parks? Thanks

[@randolphh8005]

I tried a Caresense N, an it is NOT accurate. Compared it to my CGM readings and then to an Accucheck Guide Me. The CGM is the Lingo. It reads lower than the meters, but where the Accuchek is consistently 14-20 higher after waiting for the CGM to catch up, the Caresense was giving me 10-30 points higher and back to back also quite variable readings. The CGM graph looks very accurate day to day and meal to meal, just reads too low.

[@Vuola905]

Thanks Dr for this information.

[@SugarMDs]

Welcome!

[@realtyvideotours2629]

You mention alcohol on my fingers. I was suspecting high readings, and now i know not to use alcohol wipes anymore before my test.

[@jmdennis1967]

Of course one is that the meter is not very accurate like so many are not. I know the one that Kaiser users is about 18% off and another one I use is 9% off from the A1C. Hopefully one day these will be much more accurate or have other ways of testing.

[@martinbeebe2571]

Thank you I agree with every recommendation but was surprised to hear that Vitamine C can cause hight readings. Now How much Vitamine C is too much?

[@SugarMDs]

@martinbeebe2571 While vitamin C is generally considered safe and beneficial for health, it's true that extremely high doses can potentially lead to adverse effects, including an increased risk of certain health issues. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin C varies depending on factors such as age, sex, and life stage.

[@rosamaelabial263]

thanks! Doc, god bless 🙏😇❤

[@SugarMDs]

@rosamaelabial263 Thank you and you're welcome.

[@talon501]

Hi, newly diagnosed type 2. I was surprised to see that the Onetouch Ultra test strips I have are in the vail so that I have to grab them by the part where the blood goes in. Couldn't that contaminate them? Should I them around?

[@SugarMDs]

Thank you for sharing your concern, and welcome to the community. It's definitely important to handle test strips properly to ensure accurate readings. Touching the part of the strip where the blood goes can indeed affect its accuracy due to contamination or residue from your hands. It’s best to handle test strips by the edges or areas indicated as safe for handling. If you find it difficult to avoid touching the active part, consider using clean tweezers to remove them from the vial or practice careful handling. Double-checking with your healthcare provider or the manufacturer's guidelines for proper use could also help clarify any doubts. Wishing you all the best in managing your health!

[@talon501]

@@SugarMDs That's a very good idea to use tweezers, I give that a try. Thank you!

[@littlevoice_11]

My CGM sometimes gave what I believe were false readings as my arm is very skinny which meant it struggled to get into the correct part I.e. my muscle

[@coffeecat086]

I do not have diabetes, but we monitor my sugar because I have epilepsy which can be exacerbated by random things. I have hyperhydrosis. How can I test if it’s acting up when I need to do the testing? Is there any average reading deviation for calculating glucose levels if this is an issue at the time I’m needing to test?

[@sanasultana374]

Thanks dr. t's very helpful & informative. I came to know a lot of new things which I don't know before 👍 keep sharing the knowledge 😊

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[@charlesmiller7861]

I owned a Reli On from Walmart I would do a test at the Quest Office just before they drew blood, my test read 111, their test read 91 after waiting on it for 2 days, then again at Quest during the next Blood test, my test read 101 and quest came back at 71, so I bought a Contour Next One, did 2 tests 1 with the Reli On, and one with Contour, Reli On read 123 and the Contour read 100, so the Reli On has been screwed all along. Test strips were not out of date, and have never gotten hot or cold, at least not when Ive had them. I will be doing another Lab test on 6/16/22 and I will take it again, just to see how close this new meter is, I believe its going to be real close.

[@SugarMDs]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Cen805coasT]

Yea I feel like relion from Walmart is not that good

[@Cen805coasT]

Gives inaccurate readings

[@nalinisingh2684]

Thanks for sharing, very reasonable for the meter love it

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[@fulviaesteban3066]

Do you have comments for people using Freestyle Libre 2 & Omnipods

[@melvinpayumo1901]

thnks alot doctor this is a very good reminder and it saves me a lot of testing strips hahaha, thnk you

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[@219SandPond]

Very interesting.

[@julieprior3126]

Very useful. Mostly news to me!

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[@yanifern9536]

thank You Dr to save our lives.🙌😉 i alway do half of thing you mention.but i dont take vitamin c

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[@joycesewald1788]

Great and informative video!!

[@SugarMDs]

Thanks for the positive feedback. Stay tuned for more great content!

[@judithxavier9021]

Do every test strips have expiry date printed on them? Why not?

[@nr-xp3dc]

As though life wasn’t easy for diabetics now they have to look for 10 reasons to get their readings correct.

[@100PercentOS2]

Will I get an inaccurate reading when I pull the strip out of the glucose meter and put it back in before I put the end of the strip in the blood from my finger?

[@brandocg3207]

What about CGM, is it accurate?

[@VikingsFan-iu5kq]

One large scale research study says the the home meters and %10 to %20 higher the lab test .

[@asifsaeed5410]

Hi good evening sir my sugar after eating 140 sir is ok same time my stomach gas problem witch medicine use tnx 7.4 level my sugar please good advice tell me what you want use medicine tnx again

[@himashnafla468]

Please tell me why showing "hi" in glucose meter. .... meter brand ' prodigi '

[@janemengesha4195]

Thanks Dr Ergin. How often do you test with the control solution and how do you do it?

[@maryhumphrey2236]

I was told to test the first strip with a control solution each time I opened a new box of glucose test strips.

[@phyllismaxson9660]

Thank you 😊

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[@taiyabaalfej4919]

Hello , I am suffering from gestational diabetes ,but today night after my meal I checked my blood glucose and it's 10.2 so I tried again two time and it's different 7.2 ,8.2 within 1 minutes ,so is this fault or error or what ? Please suggest me

[@respectmyhxmings7222]

Any chance the meter and the test strips baking in a car for 6 months at probably 130° everyday could mess it up

[@upszilla]

Since this video is 2 years old how about an update on the most accurate glucose meters. I have an older FreeStyle Lite and a newer (2 years old) True Metrix Air. They can differ from 10-50 points difference. The FreeStyle Lite always shows lower results.

[@SugarMDs]

Sure thing @upszilla! I appreciate the suggestion and will consider making an updated video about the most accurate glucose meters in the market. Stay tuned!

[@jonboz7585]

I want to purchase a true glucose control standard solution with a defined amount of glucose, say 120 mg/dL. I cannot find such a standard, only the Level 1 to Level 3 standards which have an extreme range. Does anyone make a defined glucose standard? Thanks.

[@SugarMDs]

Hi @jonboz7585, I'm not sure if there's a specific product like you're describing. I'd recommend reaching out to your meter's manufacturer for information about their control solutions. Visit sugarmds.com for further resources and assistance!

[@stevefiorito5379]

Inspect the batteries in the meter? Use an adequate blood drop? Too much Vitamin C? Pretty vague aren't they, Dr Ergin?

[@brenthair1228]

does high vitamin C produce a false high reading, or does it actually increase the glucose level in the blood?

[@benny-yj7pq]

I have a CGM, there were 23 points higher taking 1000 mg Vit C

[@snowbird7614]

Oh my meters are constantly getting replaced. I stick my fingers up to 18 times every time I check my blood glucose levels. I feel so bad for my finger tips. I’m trying that meter on the video.

[@Felburg]

I'm wondering if my meter is starting to have issues. Recently, I have been seeing "low" readings, which I've never had. However, using control solution comes back normal.

[@jameskantor0459]

Take you meter to the doctor test your meter and compare to doctor reading. I would replace meter, may be the battery, but you do not want to be seeing low reading. I hope you are not on insulin. If you are see a doctor asap.

[@Marc_de_Car]

Thanks

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[@RacerX1971]

Those meters are always off. My average for 90 days on one meter said 125 then the lab said 170...i checked 2x a day, before and after eating..

[@sureshv400]

Thank's Dr. Will there be a difference between Venous blood and capillary blood when using this type of meters

[@jameskantor0459]

See, meters are not reading venous blood. I think a 10 % variation.

[@sureshv400]

@@jameskantor0459 Thank you. In hospital when blood was taken for various test, a Gulcometer was used with a drop of blood from syringe

[@ralphtom3431]

I am. Overweight diabetic 2 in phx When im outside in the heat working i easily get nauseated and dizzy even if i am hydrated i also cant hold my bladder.

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[@ralphmarlow6627]

Hope you keep check on your bloodpressure.

[@kamsithor3139]

Didn't expect high vitamin C cause faulty errors. Cheers.

[@SugarMDs]

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[@doreencampione9956]

Do you have to use a fresh needle for every test? I use my needle for a month before I use a new one.

[@annpruitt951]

Me to

[@ralphmarlow6627]

You are supposed to use a new lancet every time but I don't. I thought I was the only one breaking the rules. I do use a new insulin needle each time

[@douglasparks8430]

@@ralphmarlow6627 I have trouble getting a large drop of blood, and I think reusing the lancet helps.

[@mrhingland6206]

Re-using the lancet is a no no, it's a single use disposable lancet.

[@oq17]

Alcohol can affect the reading ? I always wipe my finger with an alcohol prep pad before taking a reading - is this bad ?

[@cindysams9832]

I use one too but I let my finger dry first

[@araceliphua1542]

Thank u doc ☺️

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[@jameskantor0459]

Wait until finger is dry , just an extra 15 seconds.

[@maiaallman4635]

I have a CGM and when I have a hot bath my sugar readings always go up.

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[@genesisrobles3426]

What are 6 foods that prevent diabetes?

[@rosalindabarrett7508]

Thank you. Can you give some good options for a wear patch meter on the arm? What is your thoughts?

[@kennethward4985]

I got a 47 the other day, probably from too small of a blood drop. Next thing I know the company is texting, calling and e-mailing me. LOL When I checked a while later was 92.

[@gingeranderson7263]

I use a meter that you just drop in the little drum in and it has 10 test in it. You can put it in your pocket and go.

[@margaretcordova3268]

He’s so handsome and I love his accent! Good information…💕❤️😘

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[@phyliswalters8627]

Where can I get this meter to buy ? Ps thanks

[@flyfishing1776]

Amazon

[@roberttaylor7309]

Should the lancet be changed after each use? Thanks Doc.

[@jameskantor0459]

Technically yes but I only change once a week.

[@cindysams9832]

I use a new lancet every time.

[@MandrewP]

You should change it every time but I only change it when it starts to get dull (maybe 2 months...).

[@ralphmarlow6627]

@@cindysams9832 Good for you but I get lazy. It is a risk of being contaminated

[@mikecalhoun2645]

My wife's glucose meter always has me high, over 300, but my meter has me in the mid 100's

[@SugarMDs]

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[@charlierahrow2341]

Hi Doc I have Multiple metres at the same time they show different reading about 30 to 40 point different. What is going on?

[@bananasplit8529]

SAME HERE! There is always a huge difference between mine and my husband's meter..and it makes no sense either, because sometimes when I use his, it gives me WAY higher reading..and other times, his gives me a way lower reading! I always write down the lowest!

[@jameskantor0459]

How much vitamin c is healthy that will not effect reading ? With this effect the read when blood is drawn at the doctor office, or just finger sticks ?

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[@jameskantor0459]

@@SugarMDs thank you for your quality video . It helps enrich our lives

[@palemale2501]

[0min 40 secs] "on top of a fridge" is NOT a cool place - the fridge radiates heat away from the cooled contents inside.

[@cissymcilwain8964]

But how do you clean the meter?

[@ralphmarlow6627]

Always keep mine in a case

[@Phibiswas-qt1sg]

From Bangladesh

[@tdiler12]

Naaber Ahmetcim?

[@sylvester9835]

on top of a fridge is hot Doc

[@richardsfe]

Rob Lowe!🤗

[@MetalGearMk3]

My number 1 reason was just a awful meter lol.

[@brothernorb8586]

Lol on top of a fridge. It's not hot up there..

[@collinsndidi9885]

but why is my bold glucose goes higher immediately after my shower

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