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Experiences of CGM devices

Hi everyone, I'm on the lookout for feedback on the latest CGM devices hitting the market. I've heard about new offerings from Roche, Sibionics, and Sinocare and am curious if...

Blood pressure meds and statins

Good morning. 9 months ago, I was informed I am type 2 diabetic. Ive since dropped 36 pounds, lowered my BP from 155/95 to 120/70 with proper nutrition and daily...

Blood sugar reading spiking after waking up

I just started using Freestlyle Libre 3. Both days so far had a reading in the 90s upon waking up just before getting out of bed. After getting up, showering...

How does getting sick affect your blood sugar?

Hi everyone, I'm curious to know whether anyone has noticed an impact of sickness/illness on their blood sugar levels? I finally caught COVID in January and the impact on my...

CGM reads consistently too low.

It’s a Dexcom. Would calibrating help?...

Exercising and low blood sugar

Does anyone have advice for how to exercise safely without dropping your blood sugar too low?...

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Finger Pricks or CGM

When it comes to checking your blood sugar levels, which way do you prefer: Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) or Blood Glucose Monitors (BGM, aka finger pricks)?...

PAP Freestyle Test Strips

Hi is there a patient assist program or a copay assist card or program for freestyle lite test strips? I always hear on all different commercials for medicine about how...

Smart watches

Has anyone gotten a smart watch that shows blood glucose levels? Do you like it and is it accurate???...

CGM use has highlighted problem with rising fasting blood sugars

I've been a type 2 diabetic for over 20 years, 69 years old. Taking only oral meds. Started using the Freestyle Libre 2 prior to hand surgery in November as...

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