UPDATED Dexcom G6 Sensor Restart to Get 20+ Days!
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- How to prep your Dexcom G6 sensor and how to restart the sensor to get 20+ days.
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Just a helpful hint on removing the transmitter - there are two pressure clips, one on each side of the transmitter. I use an old blood glucose test strip, slide it up from the bottom (slim) on each side of the transmitter. You will feel and hear it disengage and actually see the round end of the transmitter start to lift out after the first side, then slide up the other side and it will pop right out. No credit card, no forcing, just lifts right out. Hope that helps! Also, I find it's best after restarting, to always do a couple of calibrations. For me, the restart numbers are always off, but come back in line once I do a couple of calibrations. Thanks for the video, Ariel. (46yrs T1D)
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I’m coming to the end of my first Dexcom G6 sensor (after stopping using freestyle libre) in 24 hours (just got the notification!) and I’m going to give this a go using a used glucose test strip... wish me luck! Excellent video Ariel and thanks for the additional advice Lisa xx
No I never did the calibrations. That's a great idea.
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
I tried using the old fashioned blood glucose strips, credit cards, library cards, grocery store cards but none of those worked so I purchased some inexpensive guitar picks from Amazon and they are perfect! So many thanks for the video.
This is the only video that has worked for me- full 10 days out of the restarted sensor. Thank you!
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Thanks for the tips. Am a mom of a type one adult who always comes to me for diabetes answers.
Thank you Ariel Warren!
Thank You! Thank you! Thank you!
Exactly what I'm struggling with as a New Dexcom G6 user half way through my first 90 day kit and my sensor always starts failing with intermittent sugar readings or fails before 10 days are up
Hi Aaron! This is such a common problem. I hate to say it, but I feel it is more common than with the old G5 system. What I would do is keep note of how certain body parts work for your sensor. For example, if you usually use your stomach, try your arm, your backside, etc. Take notes on what seems to have better readings and not so great results. Hopefully, you find a good spot. Use that spot while rotating for better connection and signal. Also, you make sure to tent the area during insertion. Best of luck to you!
Aaron! Dexcom is doing just fine and therefore can afford to give you a sensor when you are having minor issues with one. My advice to you is to be trigger happy when it comes to replacing sensors. Whenever you see the slightest issue with a sensor, call support to have them send you a new one. If this is happening all the time, ask your Endo if he/she can write an RX for less than 10 days so your insurance won't fight you when you need a new order before the 90 days. I wish you well my friend!
The G7 is sensor and transmitter all in one. It will be interesting to see if anyone gets a workaround to that one.
I'm thinking that's why they made the G7 that way. I've been hacking meters since before they were called "hacks". I used to hack Accu-chek meters so they worked with expired test strips. Medical device companies always find a way to keep it expensive; users find a way around it.
Worked like a charm thank you!!!!!
Thanks! Very helpful. I struggled with my cards and so I took a paper clip based on your hair clip comment. Worked well!
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
That was the best way to remove the transmitter from the sensor that I ever saw I always do a two-step process with a guitar pick or a knife or something on each of the clips but the way you slid it under amazing I can't wait to try it out.
Thanks Ariel, this is so useful and thanks for making the video so clear and informative. I will be new to G6 (have used G4 for 4 years). I will be on a plan that gives me 9 sensors and 1 transmitter every 3 months. The one question I have is concerning the transmitter. Dexcom said it will only last 3 months so by resetting the sensors I will be saving on the sensors but obviously not on the transmitter. Do I have that right? Many thanks
You are right, G6 transmitters programmed to last 90-122 days and supposed to be reused with each sensor.
Solid video !!! Tip on video, don't use your ring light flat-on to your face. Raise it to about the top of your head and aim it down a little. Also looks best if it is aimed off to the side a little for a pleasant lighting effect (rembrant lighting.). This will remove the very distracing ring of light in your eyes...
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
I'm a new dexcom user. My first sensor was a mess after restarting so I changed it. But the second one, I managed to restart it and it works like a charm 19 days and counting. I just noticed that I loose signal more frequently after restarting but it isn't an issue if I'm saving thousands of dollars a year
The restarts accuracy is it or miss for me. I was using a meter stick to in between the sensor and transmitter, wait 20 minutes, pull out the stick, restart. Hit or miss…
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Thank you Ariel Warren. I live in France & had G6's sent from my daughter in UK since they would not send here. They will be authorised here on 3 December 2020. I have restarted the G6 my removing the transmitter & putting it in a Faraday Bag (that stops Bluetooth & wifi signals) for 30 min + & it has worked perfectly until now. Today I got a couple of false LO alerts & have had a few disconnection warnings. Is this a sign that I need to fit a new sensor, it expires tomorrow? Can I restart it again? Also my Dex is paired with a Samsung S3 Watch that vibrates for a LO. I use a free G-Watch app to do this. Also the G5/G6 Users Group on FB sent me a link to enable the G5 & G6 apps here. Thanks so for your vlogs & best wishes, Roger
Wonderful video! Thank you.
If you don’t wait until the sensor actually expires then perform the Stop Sensor before popping it out
Thank you, Chuck! I really appreciate it. The more we help each other, the better. I will definitely try that!
Going to try this. Thx 😊
Are you telling us or this question? Because nobody says anything about that.
I also have a question about the receiving device. Do you recommend getting a Dexcom receiver or just use a smartphone? Also, do you have any experience of using an apple watch for the alarm (is it loud enough to wake me in the night?) - Thank you, great youtube channel.
I use my iPhone and my Apple Watch....I never really used the receiver that came with the initial kit. Yes, the alarms are loud enough to wake you in the middle of the night....I know from experience.
but what if i cant get the transmitter out
THANK U SO MUCH ❤
And what about with the Tandem insulin pump?, just use the code again?
thanks a lot for your videos! Yesterday I reset the sensor for the first time since I just purchased Dexcom. I pulled out the tone meter with a test strip very quickly and easily. Waited 20 minutes. Entered the sensor code. He started. BUT the value is HIGH, but sugar normal !! calibration didn't help. Have you faced this? Thanks
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Do you know if this works with the new tslim software update
Thanks for the info. I keep getting sensor errors intermittently after a restart. Anyone else have this issue? Amy thoughts on how to resolve this?
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Ariel, great videos but today was 2nd attempt at getting a second go with one sensor. Getting transmitter out is not easy, tried various cards, paper clip etc, and finally removed it but snapped plastic sensor at wide end. I tried to use it anyway since end of sensor with filament insert was still intact. Despite all this I’m determined to try again in 10 days. Being able to extend sensor life would be great. Based on other postings here it’s doable. Your videos are excellent. 💥💥🥸👎🏻Dec 31, 2020, tried to remove another sensor to do a restart. Not happening, there is no space to wedge anything out for prying transmitter out. I’m a DIY guy and whatever your trick is it’s not easy to crack!
Check the comments above, it may be helpful...
A lady posted that there are too clips on the sides and she uses a old BG test strip on each side to unclip the transmitter. Worth a try as test strips are MUCH thinner than say a card..
(But read her comment for better understanding as I’m not on Dexcom yet, but looking to! 😀)
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
🎉i have a libre2 sensor and im getting very itchy and jt hurts is there anything else i can be given as i dont want to go back to pricking? Please🎉
Great thx for info
Thank you
What is fifo? I would like to have a few extra but I only get 3 sensors at a time.
First in First out
I started using the Dexcom G6 on May 1 2023 and can you tell me if this hack still works??
Thank you..
I have only owned the G4 Platinum system because a I like the easy reset, 1 year transmitter life, and just like using the separate receiver. The question is what is the typical life you get from a G6 sensor with good performance? Also how often do you have to calibrate the sensor to keep it accurate? I typically get 10 to 14 days on my G4 sensors and typically calibrate it from 2 to 4 times a day? I think the G4 system is going to be no longer sold and I am very concerned on what is my next system to get G5 or G6?
Hi Mike, I believe that G4 and G5 have recently been discontinued. Therefore, you have to switch to G6 if you want to stay with Dexcom. I really enjoyed the G4 and the G5, but I definitely prefer the application process with the G6 compared to earlier versions. As for the performance, no calibrations is super nice, but it's not 100% accurate. No CGM really is, but as long as it gives us a decent trend and it doesnt alarm for a false low at 3AM. That is the worst! Also, there is always the 10-15 min lagtime, but that is with any CGM. My husband help me build a transmitter reset app on my iPhone so I get about 6 months out of my transmitters (instead of 3 months) and I always restart my sensors, which allows me to get about 15-28 days out of each one. I will be 100% honest here, I don't think the performance is as great as the G5, but I know that Dexcom continues to work on their products to improve them. The big push with Dexcom is to keep its users safe because it is integrated with closed-loop systems such as Tandem, and soon, Omnipod 5, which is looping, but an FDA-approved version. Hopefully, that is helpful for you. Best of luck to you!
Ariel,
Thanks for the reply! Interesting that you get that long from your sensors, wow! The sensor I use works on both G4/G5 and I never get more than 21 days and 14 is typical! Not sure if that has to do where it is applied but I found my upper buttocks the best place because it's not only hidden but also protected by my underwear. Have you found you get better longevity on certain locations? In any case I am hoping to hold out for the G7 coming in 2021 as it sound pretty revolutionary (see diatribe.org/whats-coming-dexcom-2020-low-cost-slimmer-fully-disposable-cgm). Update: You are right my transmitter is going on 1 year I just tried to order a replacement and you can't get them so I'm getting a G6.
I also have to mention I've been a T1D for 41 years and my A1C's have remained in the 5.5 to 6.5 range for as long as I can remember and have not had any signs of complications like nerve or eye damage using just Tresiba/Novolog pen injections and have never been on a pump. I do exercise 3 to 5 days a week, eat healthy (although rarely miss a dessert!), not overweight, and watch my glucose levels. Those are very important to getting my good A1C's but it might also be because I have not had any issues with insulin resistance and don't have a hectic lifestyle, although I do occasionally have inexplicable days of extreme highs and lows?
It sounds like a pump would give me better flexibility and control especially with a closed loop system but it comes with additional cost and complexity of dealing with a pump? The biggest concern I have with the pump is similar to my CGM is that they are still to inconsistent and with a CGM I can always check it with a blood glucose check if I have concerns, but relying on a pump to deliver insulin has me concerned if something goes wrong! Do you recommend someone in my situation still consider getting a pump as the benefits outweigh the hassles? Do manufacturers offer a way to try out a pump?
BTW I think you have one of the best sites for T1D's on TH-cam! Thanks, again Mike
@@abovediabetes You said, "My husband help me build a transmitter reset app on my iPhone so I get about 6 months out of my transmitters (instead of 3 months)"... is this something you can share with us?
@@abovediabetes This is a very helpful video to restart the G6. I was wondering how you can make a transmitter last more than the 3-4 months. In the past with my G5 transmitters I've had someone replace the battery on them, how do you do it yourself with G6?
My sensor keeps failing when I reinsert it?
Is there a way to reuse the transmitter? Been struggling dealing with United Hell-care.
That’s what I’m wondering also. Can a transmitter also be reused? Any tricks for that? Since it’s only good for a couple months.
I am a male D2 considering moving from a lancing testing device to Dexcom G6. I have a serious question: the sensor still appears a bit bulky to me; my concern is during intercourse if I am lying down and my partner is on top (cowgirl) will the device dislodge from my skin? If the device dislodges during activity will it bruise me? If the device dislodges can it be reapplied? Please, serious responses are appreciated.
I am currently wearing my G6 on my right bicep. So not a sex problem. I have also worn it on my belly and on my front to outside thigh areas. I am paired up the tandem X2 pump. I won’t go into details but my husband and I have not dislocated the sensor ever! Once you and your partner get use to the G6 being a part of your body I think you will become relaxed and not be so concerned! I am NOT saying that you should not be careful or concerned! Just relax! P.S. the only time I have seriously banged the G6 is when I have worn it on the bicep and got way to close to a door frame! It was a bit painful and there was a bit of blood but everything was okay otherwise! You probably have been wearing your G6 for a while and no longer need this post! Live long and prosper, y’all!
WTF??? Go to an adult site for your BS comments.
but i'm still wundering why bother with restarting, because the transmitters life won't last any more time than what the 9 sensors are made to do. so you can end up having new sensors when the transmitter quits. what good does that do?
This is a great point. Plus a single transmitter costs $200 out of pocket.
How many times can you restart the same sensor
Why? Do you want an infection?????? This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Hi My wife has been diabetic for 40 years. Needless to say we have been thru a lot . We tried the re-start on her G6 last week but did not wait 15 minutes and it did not work. I didn't see the notice for the 15 minutes before we did this. My question is this. Her transmitter was expiring when we tried this so we figured it was a good time to do it. After about half an hour it notified us that we needed to change sensor now so we went and started over with the new transmitter and new sensor. Then after 24 hours the sensor failed and we had to use another sensor. Do you think that trying to re-start the sensor had anything to do with the new one failing or just a coincidence. Thanks
Hi Harold, an old transmitter shouldn't affect restarting a new sensor session, but I can't say that it definitely does not. Have you tried restarting the sensor with the new transmitter and waiting the 15 min? I'm curious to know if it has worked. Dexcom is always changing their equipment, but I try to post as soon as I find a new loophole. I wish your wife well. Wow, 40 years! She is incredible, I'm glad she has a great support team in a spouse.
does this still work? i tried but it keeping give me a warning saying, don't restart sensor
Me too
Dexcom is getting better at blocking restarts. This cute little no restarts error message just means try again and do a better job separating sensor and transmitter.
@@jeffgunn8393 Do you need to take the transmitter to another room or stick it in aluminum foil to block signals?
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
what if I dont have the code and accidentally threw it away? Can I not try this?
If you go in your pump history, you can click the cgm history for that session and see the code you used!
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
how many times can the same sensor be popped out and put it back in?
@Ann Hanover wow- interesting that you can get 3! but i'm still wundering why bother with restarting at all because the transmitters life won't last any more time than what the 9 sensors are made to do. so you can end up having new sensors when the transmitter quits. what good does that do?
@Ann Hanover well i'm not any engineer but was able to figured out that maybe you are able to get your TXs without having to buy 9 sensors with each one, the way that my med supply company insists on doing. please tell who your supplier is and will they sell you your TXs without 9 sensors included with each one?
@Ann Hanover THANKYOU for the explanation i needed - and for explaining that you have such a problem with understanding the numerical ratio situation with my my med supply company. BTW i used to do factory production work that sometimes had to involve the company's engineers. it was REALly interesting to see what problems they had with understanding some of the simplest things as well. it's not anything personal. just a fact. honestly i are very thankfull for your responses.
@@figapow It saves money on the sensors.
Do you want an infection???????? This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
The card thing didn't work, it just snapped and broke the housing for the transmitter :/ soo now I can't re-use/restart the sensor anymore lol
I went from 5 minutes with a test strip to 30 seconds with a guitar pick. That is a must try if you are having trouble.
@@jeffgunn8393 This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Hi there Ariel 😊 I have to say that you are one beautiful woman now that I've spoke my mind i want to thank you for a very informative video, I've been a diabetic for more years than I can count and this type of tester is beyond my education but thanks to you I figured out this part, so thank you very much and keep up the great work.
Right. Her beauty is what makes this so informative, right?? This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
How do one correct the issues of constantly losing singal between transmitter and sensor, it's driving up a wall
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
Putting a credit card in the back is a BAD idea. If you break that back edge your transmitter is no longer held in properly, you put the card/test strip on the sides to release the clips.
With this method you'll get "No Restarts" message ½ the time too. With the sensor out start a new code (use an old one 9311, 9117, etc) & wait 20 minutes for it to fail. If you use the same code, even with a new sensor that happens to have the same code, you have a maybe 50:50 chance of it saying "no restarts" even if it's a completely new sensor
I work at a prison. Any thoughts on.... unwarrernted physical interaction protection?
Hi Jacob, I can't say I have had this question before. Perhaps, more layers. You can use a second film dressing over the overpatch, and you can also use a band ontop of that. I will be brainstorming on that one.
@@abovediabetes I was thinking maybe a neoprene sleeve with a hole cut out to make it flush and less apt to get... caught?
IMHO this is major league overkill... if you get the proper overlay you DO NOT need to use "Skin Tac". Use the Lexcam brand overlays for the G6 and you can skip the additional adhesive. Its Amazon's Choice for a reason. BTW Lisa (below) is right on. Use a used glucose test strip. A credit card it too thick and bulky. Do it the easy way. You just poke it straight down on both sides and it pops right out. After you do a restart the sensor is a bit wonky for the first 12-18 hrs. gives some bogus readings that can be confirmed with a finger stick. Mine typically gives you random very sharp drops in glucose level which is bogus. It will drop like 20-30 points in a minute or two. It will eventually return to its senses and start reading correctly, so don't freak out. If you wish you can do a series of "calibrations" based on finger sticks, but it isn't necessary. It will return to proper operation. So, in the first 18 hrs. I don't use the readings for determining when or how much insulin to use. This has been pretty consistent behavior for me, when restarting sensors. But, as always, your mileage may vary... I've been using the G6 since it came out and I've never been able to get 20 days on a sensor.. NEVER. It is typically about 16 days max. When it starts dropping out... multiple gaps in readings or obvious incorrect readings... its time to ditch it an put a new one in. One last thought... I have also noticed that the less effort you use in removing the sensor the longer they will last. Good reason to not use a credit card. They are way to thick. Be as gentle as possible in removing the sensor. If you disturb that little wire that is in your skin, it gets upset.
lost the code, is there a way to reset without code ? TIA
It can be done, but it will be VERY INACCURATE FOR HOURS. Is that why you got a CGM??? For it to fail??? This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
does this still work?
I haven’t had luck with it
@@SinaRan301 I got it to work . I changed it 3 hours before expiring . Did not take it off started change but didn’t enter code removed Dexcom from Bluetooth then added it back after 15 mins in limbo where all I had to do was finish punching in the code at which point I accepted Bluetooth connection to it again .. warmed up for 2 hours and worked fine
All while never removing the transmitter from the sensor
This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
I tried popping the transmitter out. These bastards make it so hard I hate them. Thank you for making this. I wish I had looked it up ages ago
You don’t even have to take the transmitter out peep my comment above . I might even do a video to help people
@@np6478 This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
your hace abo - Dexcom Transmitter resetten für den Notfall in German
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This is a foreign object in the body… out of concern for infection [especially in diabetics], I recommend following the directions.
Exactly, but all of these "doctors" who post this sh*t want to sell their sites. This "hack" DOES NOT WORK. You spend too much time talking about how to remove the transmitter - WHICH ISNT NECESSARY (use the test strip method) and NOT ENOUGH time talking about all the OTHER details that can fck a person up and RUIN the accuracy of the CGM. Isnt that why we get a CGM - ACCURACY?????? My last 3 attempts all got worse and worse results. My most recent attempt ended after 3 days when the sensor kept stopping and refusing to give results. For a few hours at a time, I GOT NOTHING!! After a few hours, it would start again and would be 100-150 points off from my meter readings. How is that "good"?????? Guess what, it isnt!!!!! I need my CGM to be ACCURATE and RESPONSIVE. This hack sucks. Tell the truth about this POS worthless hack.
SHAME ON YOU!! You are part of the most trusted profession in the world as a nurse, and the fact that you would potentially expose any patient to harm by doing this is appalling.