Thank you for this. I’m a type 2 diabetic that just started using the Freestyle Libre within the past couple of months, so I’m learning to pay more attention to walking through doorways, taking clothes on and off, getting in and out of my vehicle and seatbelt.
I can't thank you enough for this information. Finding your channel has been such a help for me. My first sensor was on my arm but didn't work. Abbot did replace it. So I can attest to the fact that they will do so. My second one was discovered by my 1 year old granddaughter, while I was holding her. Just her tiny tug on it dislodged it. I was considering placing it on my thigh. However, knowing for a fact, that Abbot will replace problems with ones placed on the arm made me hesitant to place it on my thigh. I've now ordered a trial of the skingrip. I hope that this will be the thing that helps me to be able to keep placing it in my arm. Thank you so much for this information.
Yes with in hours of it being applied. Whilst changing my top. So the 2nd time my diabetes nurse applied next one more towards the underside of the arm. Wondering why a diabetic nurse applied my sensor. It's because I was trialling the system out. Here in New Zealand it's a fairly new thing and my health professionals needed the data on it, if it was any good, pro & cons that sort of thing. So far it's not funded by Phamac but doctor's here are pushing for it. Cost $87-$100 nzd and last for 14 days. Any way on my way home I call into the chemist and purchase a sticky bandage. Very similar to that which is on the sensor. Same material. Cut a generous square shape and applied it over the sensor. Worked a treat. Held on for the whole 14 days. Thank you for putting this info out there. I really appreciate it👍
Thank you. I just got diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetic. This is someone who doesnt eat sweet or cake is a type 1 diabetic. Im very new to this. Im glad you made videos so I can relate and I can understand better and mostly learn. Thank you.
I am new to Libre, I watched to how to video by Freestyle and found yours far better. All you tips and tricks were extremely helpful and easy. Thank you for this.
Yep, I use Skin Tac & Sim Patches as well and the work like a dream. Never thought about inserting the new sensor early though. I’m going to try it on my next change. Good tips. 👍 Thanks.
I use this FL sensor for over 3 years now. Awesome to read your levels as graphs and to augment your control. Customer support of this company has become horrible afther the first year however. I am yearning for competitors & different tech to arrise. I exercise (& sweat) daily and I ALMOST NEVER manage to keep this sensor on for a full 2 weeks (adhesive fails or just clumsiness with doorways e.g.). Expensive problem unfortunately. The tips in this video are fair. I confirm: apply dry&clean, always put on extra cover/tape/fixture, look for a spot that doesn't stick out (never in the center of a muscle)...and be aware & carefull. Good luck out there!
I watched your channel because I ripped my libre off on a doorframe. I am recovering from foot surgery and loss my balance. Very helpful hints and the company is replacing them free of charge.
I lose about 50% of my sensors as I exercise or at work !! My belly works better in that sense ,as long as you don't.park in a dense parking lot 😲 On vacation overseas recently , I lost both sensors in the first week !!!Thank God I had my glucometer w/ me !!!!
I appy Skin Tac and it secures the sensor extremely well and I have not had a sensor fall off. The other thing I do is apply the sensor on my abdomen about an inch or so above my belly button and 2 or so inches to either the left or right of that point (I alternate from one side to the other every 2 weeks). I apply the sensor to my abdomen for two reasons; 1. one rarely bumps into anything that strikes that area thus lowering the risk of knocking it off and 2. it is much easier to apply it in that area as you have both eyes looking down as you apply it and additionally you can apply it with consideral force as both hands are free. You need sufficient force when applying the sensor or else the sensor won't imbed properly and has to be discarded. I lost several sensor by trying to apply them to the back of my arm which I found to be physically awkward and could not get enough force to embed the sensor properly. Also you do not have to awkwardly reach around your body to take a reading. I will add that my readings are accurate with variance from a finger blood test being only +/- 0.3 or so and often with virtually no variance. I am not recommending anything here but rather just relating my experience.
I was sweating really badly one night. I wear a t shirt for bed and when i took it off it also ripped off my FL2. I'm a lot more careful now. Thanks for your very helpful video.
Great channel! I'm a F.L. (and CGM) newbie, and these tips are awesome! FYI: I found "FixiC" waterproof adhesive patches on Amazon, made specifically for the F.L. sensors, with no adhesive in the center. They were about $17 for a pack of 25. It's a bit awkward to get it on just right, so I had my hubby help. It seems to be adhering nicely; we'll see how it goes. I haven't tried other brands as of yet. Thanks again for your channel! 😊👍
When I grabbed my purse to take my dogs for a walk I lost a sensor. Five days short that time, and tonight I tried to put one on a new one. I guess the Skin Tac I applied wasn't ready set yet because the sensor didn't stick and it made me very sad to lose 14 days of testing (and one hundred dollars), as they're not covered by insurance, and I really like the technology. I think Abbott should redesign so that you can reload it if it doesn't work the first try. You can't just insert it manually without loading it into the apparatus; the filament bends.
Call the company they replace them. They are sending me two because I'm very new to this One fell off with 3 days to go and one ripped off. Hope this helps they are expensive. 855-632-8658
They are replacing mine also. BUT to call the Help Line For God Sake they kept me on the waiting line FOR 30 MINUTES and then I get someone who's English is not their first language. To talk to this Helpline is an all day affair.
Door frames are the only place I have lost one sensor. Currently on my 54th Libre 14 day sensor and love it. I would be very interested in a discussion on the different Libre sensors 1, 2, 14 day etc would love a graft of the positive and negative of each.
Doorframes are my arch nemesis! Thanks for the tips, but previously to watching I'd just applied one an hour or so ago and with it being unusually warm and humid here in the UK it's coming off already :p I also have an omnipod that's hanging on for dear life! Must say though these sensors really are a life saver, especially for me being type 3c I tend to be very spikey; being able to see where my blood sugar is going lets me be a bit more aggressive with insulin than I otherwise would. ps quick tip: I'm sure lots of people do this but when drying your arms after a wash try using a hair dryer, rather than risk pulling the sensor off with a towel.
Have had 2 sensors fall off and 1 inaccurate low reading. Used skin tac liquid. No help sticks to clothes and sweat makes it ineffective. Will try a patch bandage now. I only use in fatty area under arm between arm pit and elbow. Never tried thigh yet. Outer arm fall off.
Lost my first sensor; it stopped working after a week. Company representative said code was 365.... I had a seizure and passed out when I actually having a coffee with my husband. But I had felt tension and tingling in my arm. I think the pharmacist placed sensor in the muscle.
Been using the system for 18 days now! The first sensor i had was almost completely unattached, guess where, on a doorframe, but i was lucky enough not to be totally out.. the second one has not faced any problems so far..i even played basketball without problem, but since i don't want to take any more risks when it comes to sweating, i will be using an athlete's tape! Thanks for the video and the information! I will be providing feedback! Cheers from Greece
thank you soo much. your videos are very practical and very helpful. i am using libre for the first time and thanks to you i selected libre2 over the old version. you have been great help. i have just finished using my first sensor for 14 days. i was seeing my glucose reports and cant understand it properly. can you help in detail as to how to read and understand these important reports. i am noting what i am eating and at what time. i want to avoid foods which really spike my sugar. waiting for your reply. i also request other youtubers to advise if they are aware of how to be read the reports in detail and what to understand of the reports.
Yes I rip out my sensor out it was on the outside of my left arm got it caught on the door frame in my bathroom on my fifth day wearing it so I put the second one on the inside of my left arm
Holding My Grand Daughter and she has long Hair and I was rocking her and she went to get up and she pulled the sensor out her hair got around the sensor and 😮 and it also hurt do they other places u can stick the Libre 2 sensor be side the arm and if so where ???? THANK U for info
Thanks for making your videos to help us T1/T2 Freestyle Libre wearers... I didn't have a problem with wearing the CGM on my arms for about the first four months or so, but now it seems to come out regularly. I do the tips you mention (clean with soap, shave arm area, clean with alcohol, etc.), but it doesn't seem to help much now. Question: have you used the Torbot Skin Tac Liquid by putting it directly on sensor edges (avoiding the needle area) then attaching the sensor, rather than trying to make a "target area" and trying to attach the sensor within it? I don't have good mobility in my arms and putting it onto an exact area would be somewhat difficult. My doctor does not like alternate areas like legs, etc. so that's out. Any suggestions?
I have not tried that solution with adhesive you're suggesting but would be curious to hear how it worked out for you. I know alternative sites are not recommended and fully respect your doctor's opinion. For some, alternative sites seem to be the best option (but at their own risk...) Made a few videos on this topic if you want to check them out. Wishing you all the best!
Question:I see many patches you can put over your sensor to help keep it on but in the information with the sensor it says not to cover the hole in the center?
I am new and went to get a gallon of milk from the refrid. section of the grocery store and the door closed and ripped it out, still learning, boy does it hurt.
The humidity here in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico is higher than 80% in the summer season, today I ripped off my un-used still sensor since I went out to the back yard before applying extra adhessive tape and a bandage that I use to cover the sensor before going out, big mistake!
Hello, been using the libre for about 1 month. I have had three go wrong. My first one came off after 9 days. I think I caught it on my polo shirt sleeve taking it off. My third one just stopped working. After 6 days got an error message then told to replace. My forth one tore off last night. The adhesive tape stayed on my arm. I had to s rub it off. The sensor came of the tape. WOW I am having bad luck with them.
So sorry to hear that. I made an updated video on this topic just recently. Here is a link. Might help. Good luck my friend! th-cam.com/video/jPGIQnu9Qd4/w-d-xo.html
@@TypeOneTalks hello, thank you for responding. I have been watching many of your videos to help me. The best was when the agent told me on my first one it could be my immune system attacking the fiber in my arm. Okay, maybe. However, I have lots of biology and it includes some pre med stuff. I did not buy it. People with metal in their body would get the same response.
The video was fine but the audio could use quite a bit of improvement. I had volumes up all the way and still had difficulty hearing the commentary. Liked the content, just could not hear it that well.
I am curious how it is behaving during sport activities and frequent water contact ie crossfit, gymnastics, bodybuilding or swimming if you have any experience ? I currently dont have a Libre but starting to consider it. I am into daily sport activities so I am a bit sceptical still. Good channel ! Respect ! Thx alot !
Hi... I have been looking for a solution for the adhesive of Libre Pro not being suitable for my skin... I tried a skin barrier available in India but it didn't work for me... can u help me with few options which are available in India? and if not can you tell me which are available in USA so that I can make a arrangement and order it in India?
Cant used it anymore the itching is soo bad i had to rip a few off, plus the adhesive is worthless even with the skintack and covering, huge waste of money.
So sorry to hear that you had such bad experience. I wish you can find an alternative which will work well for you! Wishing you all the best and don’t give up!!❤️
The needle dos not stay but a little piece of material (I think it’s nylon) stays under the skin and takes the readings from the interstitial fluid. Hope this helps!
I show my screenshots in some of my videos. Check them out. I did not make a specific video on this topic as I think it is best to always compare your own results of today with your yesterday’s results or your results one year ago with the goal to improve over time. For some of us it’s easier to achieve perfect control for some of us more complicated. So not always a fair comparison if you know what I mean... wishing you all the best!
Use "Skin Tac. The liquid, not the pads. Best thing ever to keep your sensors on. It's not messy, easy to apply. Don't need tios, just try it. I swear by it.
Hi I'm new to libre had it in 5 days and my little one had a seizure and I was trying to get her out of her wheelchair and realized about an hour later that it was missing 😥😥
You can keep it on but I would probably use an overpatch. Hot tub will not do well to the adhesive and it might peel off earlier then it should... Wishing you all the best!
Hi I caught my sensor taking of my t-shirt but I had a lovemylibre band on which saved my from losing it.. Am on my first sensor and wow was I impressed at how you took it off... And do you ever get mixed up which is the older sensor...and activate it early?
Hi... The glue of libre pro is not suitable for my skin these days.. bcz I m getting a lot of skin reactions and bcz of it sensor tends to come out automatically.. it never used to happen for last 2 - 3 years... any solution ? pls guide......
There are special substances you can apply as an additional layer in between the adhesive and your skin. I know a number of pople use them. Try Carave or Flonase. Might help.
@@TypeOneTalks OK.. are these barriers? bcz I used one of the barriers and it gave me bad skin reaction... also I live in India, I guess those u mentioned are not available here... Thanks!
Hi Tom Many thanks for all theses tips on your channel. I have one question. I used the android app with my phone during two years. But I cannot start it again. I do not understand why. When you start th reader with a new captor you are informed that it will be working after 60 minutes. SHould have to wait 60 mn to put my phone on the captor or should I have to do it before the end of this 60mn’...? Anyway I have my doubt because I cannot start it again with the same phone. Would you recommend to download again the app? Many thanks indeed for any suggestion or advice. Best regards
Thank you so much for your kind words! I am not sure if I fully understand the questions but reinstalling the app might definitely solve your issue. Just keep in mind you will most likely loose your data. Good luck my friend! Wishing you all the best!
Thanks for such a helpful video! I am from Argentina and my 9yo daughter sweats a lot and the last freestyle only last for 2 days. Can’t use SKIN TAC because she had a skin reaction when we tried them (2 times, horrible rushes). What do you recommend? TIA!!!
You're so welcome! Not sure if there is an equivalent of skin tac to which he would not have allergic reaction. Sorry I could not help more:( Wishing you a great day!
Hi Tom, here in the USA and being a new user and I use only an iphone and the Freestyle 14 day app says at the start must wait 1 hour, so I needed to wait the hour for it to warm up it said. Now this is the 14 day unit sold in the USA maybe no need to wait the 24 hr? Great channel!
Hi Tom I agree with you that makes good sense. I think the USA unit is encrypted so no other app but Freestyle will work! I do like you idea of waiting the 24 hr but then I loose at least 1 day as these are only a 14 day and I think it's the app and meter that are locked in and not sure if on the 12th day setting the phone date back a day or 2 as well as the meter would work for getting more days from the sensor, maybe Tom that is something you could try with the meter? I think the sensor will last 15 or 16 or 17 days before the battery is dead. I plan on opening my sensor up and see what the battery power is...
Hi Mike. The Diabox app has been recently having some issues and I am not sure what the calibration status is. I will keep you posted. Just FYI: The Diabox app was just recently removed from Google Play Store. Bubblan is working on an alternative solution as we speak. Here is a link to the latest info group. t.me/joinchat/AAAAAETaswgQJvvz52Xj5Q?fbclid=IwAR2wicsT-kDseitUnagKH5M4eEPnL3FRbCn0-FdPHi6mQM8nOXxHPvnC9mo
Type One Talks true! However I still feel it... I think I need some getting used to. However it feels weird in my fingers somehow... (like my little finger and ring finger)
I bought a strap for mine but after wearing it all it starts to irritate my bicep. I took the strap off and went to sleep. When I woke up sensor was ripped out.
Thanks , Tom. Hreat tips. I've knockedd mybsensorvloose as few times on door feames at home. Annott is a wee onserful.company and has helped me when necessary. Has AZ nyone rkse used the sensor on the upper leg? I'd like to know how it has worked for them. Stay safe and well.
Hey everyone! New to this. This is a long comment, sorry in advance! Need your thoughts please!!! (Btw - I'm in the US) 1st one was put in by Dr. & on stomach because I don't want people to see it on my upper arm. . It lasted 7 days, accidentally bumped it. Accuracy was pretty good. Then when I put new one on on my stomach it didn't read accurate at all. I kept getting a magnifying glass saying to do finger sticks. I don't want to put it on the back of my arm (that is the only area approved by Abbott) because I don't want everyone to see it. When I called Abbott to get a replacement they said the only accurate spot is back of arm & not to wear it anywhere else. Waiting on my new sensor. I want to put it on my stomach again (just opposite side - switching sides each new sensor), but don't know why one sensor was accurate & the other one was not at all. For example, my finger sticks would say 90, but the sensor reading would say 70. That's how inaccurate the sensor was on the one I put on. The one I put on, I compared to finger stickd for 3 days & it was so inaccurate. Abbott would not even talk about the accuracy/inaccuracy because they want on the back of the arm at all times. Maybe since I did the 2nd sensor myself it wasn't in all the way or was on wrong somehow? But when I went to take it off - it was on there tight & was very sticky. What are your thoughts on why my 1st sensor (Dr. put on) read so accurately & my 2nd sensor (I put on) was not accurate at all on my stomach? I literally put it on the same area of the stomach, just opposite side. I REALLY want to do it on my thigh. How is the accuracy on the thigh? Who sees accuracy on the thigh? Thanks for any help & advice in advance
Warning the sensors are not accurate I’ve experienced a difference of 10 to 15 point difference between sensor and blood test strip on with several different sensors use with caution
Like your video's except for the repetitive background music. The music conflicts with your accent sometimes. It's like nails on a chalkboard after a while. Thanks Tom.
Thank you for your feedback. This is really helpful. I focused on this in the latest videos actually. Hopefully you will see an improvement in newer videos! All the best!
We also want to know the answer to the 2nd MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION we have - What is the best generic brand to use for those of us who does not have insurance to cost the high cost of those sensor patches? The regular price of the Libre sensor patch without insurance is $15 each!
This is one of the worse products on the market. These past months I have come accross several defective sensors. All abbott did was to replace them sometimes with other defective sensors. My last prescription were two bad sensors. I had to remove a bad one from my son's harm only to find out the second one was as bad. Impossible to have any reading, just Er messsages. I can't tell you the frustration of having to deal with this issue. Why don't they just issue a recall! I don't understand. Not to mention the fact that they wrongfully claim that the warming time would be 1hour with the 14day sensor. I have to wait 12 hours to be able to make the first reading on a good sensor. Bottom line this is a bad product. I guess you pay for what you get. An angry and hurt mom.
Thanks for sharing this! I’ve never had any issues with my sensors not sticking, but I follow a couple of the Freestyle Libre groups on Facebook and that’s the one issue nearly everyone seems to have bother with. I’m planning on doing some Type 1 content on my own channel very soon. Would love it if you wanted to subscribe to my channel and keep up to date with each other’s management of Type 1? ☺️☺️
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This video is really funny ! Great tips throughout and yeah door frames and bras are the worst ! My tip is try it on your thigh its so much better in terms of hitting things ! but yeah you will need to wear sexy shorts for the community ! :D
another great help from you. My skin is very sensible and have been worrying about where to get a good patch. Thanks a lot. I will used desktop to order Tuesday. Jeff from Houston.
I go activate it after sticking it to my arm and its been 2 days results is bery low. Like 3.8 but when i prick my finger 5.8 😭😭😭😭 if only i watch this first
Great tips! Would love one about how to clean the area once it’s applied. Mine always unsticks after I shower. My tip is to watch out for young children, my toddler gets very curious.
I applied Libre pro sensor yesterday and after 6 hours of application on body my reader shows glucose reading is stopped ,how can i apply again in my body?? Please help
My experience: I have been using the FS Libre for about three (3) years. My first loss was on my first use by bumping into a door. I called Abbott/Libre and they replaced it. My next loss was after about 30 months of freedom from losing a FS Libre sensor. Now the bad part: it is winter and I like to wear long tight shirts when it is cold. Despite being careful I lost, knocked off, or dislodged three (3) consecutive sensors while taking shirts off. The first time I called Abbott Labs and they replaced the sensor ... the next two (2) I just put the sensors into the trash. I intend to buy and try an adhesive from Amazon and would welcome learning which ones are recommended.
I just got the freestyle libre and failed twice on making it work. The second time I thought everything worked and the sensor is not reading on the app
Thank you for this. I’m a type 2 diabetic that just started using the Freestyle Libre within the past couple of months, so I’m learning to pay more attention to walking through doorways, taking clothes on and off, getting in and out of my vehicle and seatbelt.
I can't thank you enough for this information. Finding your channel has been such a help for me. My first sensor was on my arm but didn't work. Abbot did replace it. So I can attest to the fact that they will do so. My second one was discovered by my 1 year old granddaughter, while I was holding her. Just her tiny tug on it dislodged it. I was considering placing it on my thigh. However, knowing for a fact, that Abbot will replace problems with ones placed on the arm made me hesitant to place it on my thigh. I've now ordered a trial of the skingrip. I hope that this will be the thing that helps me to be able to keep placing it in my arm. Thank you so much for this information.
Yes with in hours of it being applied. Whilst changing my top. So the 2nd time my diabetes nurse applied next one more towards the underside of the arm. Wondering why a diabetic nurse applied my sensor. It's because I was trialling the system out. Here in New Zealand it's a fairly new thing and my health professionals needed the data on it, if it was any good, pro & cons that sort of thing. So far it's not funded by Phamac but doctor's here are pushing for it. Cost $87-$100 nzd and last for 14 days.
Any way on my way home I call into the chemist and purchase a sticky bandage. Very similar to that which is on the sensor. Same material. Cut a generous square shape and applied it over the sensor. Worked a treat. Held on for the whole 14 days.
Thank you for putting this info out there. I really appreciate it👍
Thank you. I just got diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetic. This is someone who doesnt eat sweet or cake is a type 1 diabetic. Im very new to this. Im glad you made videos so I can relate and I can understand better and mostly learn. Thank you.
I am new to Libre, I watched to how to video by Freestyle and found yours far better. All you tips and tricks were extremely helpful and easy. Thank you for this.
Thank you so much for your kind words my friend.
New to the Libre. These were very helpful tips. Thank you!
Nail polish remover to clean and it’s going to stick. A doctor told me this since the dressings won’t staying on my skin since I sweat.
Thanks for the tip!
Yep, I use Skin Tac & Sim Patches as well and the work like a dream. Never thought about inserting the new sensor early though. I’m going to try it on my next change. Good tips. 👍 Thanks.
I use this FL sensor for over 3 years now. Awesome to read your levels as graphs and to augment your control. Customer support of this company has become horrible afther the first year however. I am yearning for competitors & different tech to arrise.
I exercise (& sweat) daily and I ALMOST NEVER manage to keep this sensor on for a full 2 weeks (adhesive fails or just clumsiness with doorways e.g.). Expensive problem unfortunately. The tips in this video are fair. I confirm: apply dry&clean, always put on extra cover/tape/fixture, look for a spot that doesn't stick out (never in the center of a muscle)...and be aware & carefull. Good luck out there!
Thank you for sharing your experience. Sorry to hear you had bad experience with the customer service. Wishing you all the best!
I watched your channel because I ripped my libre off on a doorframe. I am recovering from foot surgery and loss my balance. Very helpful hints and the company is replacing them free of charge.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Wishing you all the best!
I lose about 50% of my sensors as I exercise or at work !! My belly works better in that sense ,as long as you don't.park in a dense parking lot 😲 On vacation overseas recently , I lost both sensors in the first week !!!Thank God I had my glucometer w/ me !!!!
I appy Skin Tac and it secures the sensor extremely well and I have not had a sensor fall off. The other thing I do is apply the sensor on my abdomen about an inch or so above my belly button and 2 or so inches to either the left or right of that point (I alternate from one side to the other every 2 weeks). I apply the sensor to my abdomen for two reasons; 1. one rarely bumps into anything that strikes that area thus lowering the risk of knocking it off and 2. it is much easier to apply it in that area as you have both eyes looking down as you apply it and additionally you can apply it with consideral force as both hands are free. You need sufficient force when applying the sensor or else the sensor won't imbed properly and has to be discarded. I lost several sensor by trying to apply them to the back of my arm which I found to be physically awkward and could not get enough force to embed the sensor properly. Also you do not have to awkwardly reach around your body to take a reading. I will add that my readings are accurate with variance from a finger blood test being only +/- 0.3 or so and often with virtually no variance. I am not recommending anything here but rather just relating my experience.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience my friend. It is much appreciated! Really helpful. Wishing you a great day. Stay safe!
after 8 days i still sweat the dang thing off gonna try Simpatch thanks for the tips
You’re most welcome! Good luck!🍀
I was sweating really badly one night. I wear a t shirt for bed and when i took it off it also ripped off my FL2. I'm a lot more careful now. Thanks for your very helpful video.
Great channel! I'm a F.L. (and CGM) newbie, and these tips are awesome! FYI: I found "FixiC" waterproof adhesive patches on Amazon, made specifically for the F.L. sensors, with no adhesive in the center. They were about $17 for a pack of 25. It's a bit awkward to get it on just right, so I had my hubby help. It seems to be adhering nicely; we'll see how it goes. I haven't tried other brands as of yet. Thanks again for your channel! 😊👍
3:11 was a light bulbs moment for me. Thanks for your post.
You are most welcome! Wishing you a great day! Stay safe!
Thank you Tom, for your advice! Just started using the Libre 2 today!!
Tossing and turning in bed. Sometimes it just falls off at night. I just got the Skin Grip and will try that.
When I grabbed my purse to take my dogs for a walk I lost a sensor. Five days short that time, and tonight I tried to put one on a new one.
I guess the Skin Tac I applied wasn't ready set yet because the sensor didn't stick and it made me very sad to lose 14 days of testing (and one hundred dollars), as they're not covered by insurance, and I really like the technology. I think Abbott should redesign so that you can reload it if it doesn't work the first try. You can't just insert it manually without loading it into the apparatus; the filament bends.
Call the company they replace them. They are sending me two because I'm very new to this
One fell off with 3 days to go and one ripped off. Hope this helps they are expensive. 855-632-8658
They are replacing mine also. BUT to call the Help Line For God Sake they kept me on the waiting line FOR 30 MINUTES and then I get someone who's English is not their first language. To talk to this Helpline is an all day affair.
Thank you for a very informative video! Lots of info & hacks. I was diagnosed with Type 2 a year ago, but FINALLY got my FreeStyle Libre yesterday!
Door frames are the only place I have lost one sensor. Currently on my 54th Libre 14 day sensor and love it.
I would be very interested in a discussion on the different Libre sensors 1, 2, 14 day etc would love a graft of the positive and negative of each.
Hi George. Thank you for sharing! I really appreciate it!
Very helpful
Thank you. You the best. Information priceless.
These videos are good man. I'm confident to use now. Thanks & love from NZ !
Doorframes are my arch nemesis!
Thanks for the tips, but previously to watching I'd just applied one an hour or so ago and with it being unusually warm and humid here in the UK it's coming off already :p
I also have an omnipod that's hanging on for dear life!
Must say though these sensors really are a life saver, especially for me being type 3c I tend to be very spikey; being able to see where my blood sugar is going lets me be a bit more aggressive with insulin than I otherwise would.
ps quick tip: I'm sure lots of people do this but when drying your arms after a wash try using a hair dryer, rather than risk pulling the sensor off with a towel.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Wishing you all the best!
The chest area has been the best area for me so far.
Excellent tips and advice.
Thank you so much John. Your kind words mean a lot. All the best and stay safe!
Have had 2 sensors fall off and 1 inaccurate low reading. Used skin tac liquid. No help sticks to clothes and sweat makes it ineffective. Will try a patch bandage now. I only use in fatty area under arm between arm pit and elbow. Never tried thigh yet. Outer arm fall off.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m sorry to hear you had so many challenges. Have a great day!
Patch didnt work. Replacement fell off today 2hrs after applying. Only thing I think is sweat arm.
Which video is about places other than the hand where you can place the sensor?
Lost my first sensor; it stopped working after a week. Company representative said code was 365.... I had a seizure and passed out when I actually having a coffee with my husband. But I had felt tension and tingling in my arm. I think the pharmacist placed sensor in the muscle.
Thank you Tom
Been using the system for 18 days now! The first sensor i had was almost completely unattached, guess where, on a doorframe, but i was lucky enough not to be totally out.. the second one has not faced any problems so far..i even played basketball without problem, but since i don't want to take any more risks when it comes to sweating, i will be using an athlete's tape! Thanks for the video and the information! I will be providing feedback! Cheers from Greece
thank you soo much. your videos are very practical and very helpful.
i am using libre for the first time and thanks to you i selected libre2 over the old version. you have been great help.
i have just finished using my first sensor for 14 days. i was seeing my glucose reports and cant understand it properly. can you help in detail as to how to read and understand these important reports. i am noting what i am eating and at what time. i want to avoid foods which really spike my sugar.
waiting for your reply. i also request other youtubers to advise if they are aware of how to be read the reports in detail and what to understand of the reports.
Ripped out my 2 n d sensor on my right arm it was harder to stick because I only have one arm was bad placement on my part
Yes I rip out my sensor out it was on the outside of my left arm got it caught on the door frame in my bathroom on my fifth day wearing it so I put the second one on the inside of my left arm
Sorry to hear that! The usual Libre struggle. Thanks for sharing!
Great tips thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Holding My Grand Daughter and she has long Hair and I was rocking her and she went to get up and she pulled the sensor out her hair got around the sensor and 😮 and it also hurt do they other places u can stick the Libre 2 sensor be side the arm and if so where ???? THANK U for info
I see many patches available to put over your sensor to help keep it on, but the information with the sensor says not to cover the hole??
Thanks for making your videos to help us T1/T2 Freestyle Libre wearers... I didn't have a problem with wearing the CGM on my arms for about the first four months or so, but now it seems to come out regularly. I do the tips you mention (clean with soap, shave arm area, clean with alcohol, etc.), but it doesn't seem to help much now. Question: have you used the Torbot Skin Tac Liquid by putting it directly on sensor edges (avoiding the needle area) then attaching the sensor, rather than trying to make a "target area" and trying to attach the sensor within it? I don't have good mobility in my arms and putting it onto an exact area would be somewhat difficult. My doctor does not like alternate areas like legs, etc. so that's out. Any suggestions?
I have not tried that solution with adhesive you're suggesting but would be curious to hear how it worked out for you. I know alternative sites are not recommended and fully respect your doctor's opinion. For some, alternative sites seem to be the best option (but at their own risk...) Made a few videos on this topic if you want to check them out. Wishing you all the best!
Question:I see many patches you can put over your sensor to help keep it on but in the information with the sensor it says not to cover the hole in the center?
I am new and went to get a gallon of milk from the refrid. section of the grocery store and the door closed and ripped it out, still learning, boy does it hurt.
Thank you for sharing your experience. Sorry to hear it hurts. Should not be the case. Hopefully the next one feels better. All the best!
I ripped mine out 1 week having it on by changing. Almost ripped it out again!
The humidity here in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico is higher than 80% in the summer season, today I ripped off my un-used still sensor since I went out to the back yard before applying extra adhessive tape and a bandage that I use to cover the sensor before going out, big mistake!
Thank you for sharing Jose! Sorry to hear that!
Hello, been using the libre for about 1 month. I have had three go wrong. My first one came off after 9 days. I think I caught it on my polo shirt sleeve taking it off. My third one just stopped working. After 6 days got an error message then told to replace. My forth one tore off last night. The adhesive tape stayed on my arm. I had to s rub it off. The sensor came of the tape. WOW I am having bad luck with them.
So sorry to hear that. I made an updated video on this topic just recently. Here is a link. Might help. Good luck my friend! th-cam.com/video/jPGIQnu9Qd4/w-d-xo.html
@@TypeOneTalks hello, thank you for responding. I have been watching many of your videos to help me. The best was when the agent told me on my first one it could be my immune system attacking the fiber in my arm. Okay, maybe. However, I have lots of biology and it includes some pre med stuff. I did not buy it. People with metal in their body would get the same response.
The video was fine but the audio could use quite a bit of improvement. I had volumes up all the way and still had difficulty hearing the commentary. Liked the content, just could not hear it that well.
I am curious how it is behaving during sport activities and frequent water contact ie crossfit, gymnastics, bodybuilding or swimming if you have any experience ? I currently dont have a Libre but starting to consider it. I am into daily sport activities so I am a bit sceptical still. Good channel ! Respect ! Thx alot !
Nice video 👍
You're welcome 😊
Liked. Subscribed.
Happy to hear that! Thank you!
Hi...
I have been looking for a solution for the adhesive of Libre Pro not being suitable for my skin... I tried a skin barrier available in India but it didn't work for me... can u help me with few options which are available in India? and if not can you tell me which are available in USA so that I can make a arrangement and order it in India?
medical tape did the job for me
How do you take off the extra band adhesive and reapply because it said it is reusable?
libre 2 them self should remake how to make it stick
Cant used it anymore the itching is soo bad i had to rip a few off, plus the adhesive is worthless even with the skintack and covering, huge waste of money.
So sorry to hear that you had such bad experience. I wish you can find an alternative which will work well for you! Wishing you all the best and don’t give up!!❤️
Rowean Santolucito taking off t-shirts are some reasons my sensors come off thanks for your suggestions
If the needle doesn’t stay in you how does it read your numbers ?
The needle dos not stay but a little piece of material (I think it’s nylon) stays under the skin and takes the readings from the interstitial fluid. Hope this helps!
I just got my freestyle libre, my diabetic specialist put it on its kinda already losing its stick. Im hoping get stick patches soon.
Sorry to hear that! Yes you should probably get some to keep it in place. Wishing you all the best with Libre! Take care!
Can you show examples of how the graph looks . I would like to compare my graph results with others to see what good control looks like.
I show my screenshots in some of my videos. Check them out. I did not make a specific video on this topic as I think it is best to always compare your own results of today with your yesterday’s results or your results one year ago with the goal to improve over time. For some of us it’s easier to achieve perfect control for some of us more complicated. So not always a fair comparison if you know what I mean... wishing you all the best!
Use "Skin Tac. The liquid, not the pads. Best thing ever to keep your sensors on. It's not messy, easy to apply. Don't need tios, just try it. I swear by it.
Do I apply the skin tac patches over the whole sensor?
Hi I'm new to libre had it in 5 days and my little one had a seizure and I was trying to get her out of her wheelchair and realized about an hour later that it was missing 😥😥
my don has just put it today
after a hour the edges are not sticks perfectly
what should we do ?
You can try an overpatch, someting like SkinGrip which is my favourite brand btw...
Question: I'm brand new to Freestyle Libre and I use a hot tub for therapy. Do I have to keep the sensor out of the tub?
You can keep it on but I would probably use an overpatch. Hot tub will not do well to the adhesive and it might peel off earlier then it should... Wishing you all the best!
Hi I caught my sensor taking of my t-shirt but I had a lovemylibre band on which saved my from losing it.. Am on my first sensor and wow was I impressed at how you took it off... And do you ever get mixed up which is the older sensor...and activate it early?
Thank you for sharing your experience! I never got mixed up actually... But I can imagine it is possible:) Wishing you all the best! 🍀
Hi... The glue of libre pro is not suitable for my skin these days.. bcz I m getting a lot of skin reactions and bcz of it sensor tends to come out automatically.. it never used to happen for last 2 - 3 years... any solution ? pls guide......
There are special substances you can apply as an additional layer in between the adhesive and your skin. I know a number of pople use them. Try Carave or Flonase. Might help.
@@TypeOneTalks OK.. are these barriers? bcz I used one of the barriers and it gave me bad skin reaction... also I live in India, I guess those u mentioned are not available here... Thanks!
Hi Tom
Many thanks for all theses tips on your channel. I have one question. I used the android app with my phone during two years. But I cannot start it again. I do not understand why. When you start th reader with a new captor you are informed that it will be working after 60 minutes. SHould have to wait 60 mn to put my phone on the captor or should I have to do it before the end of this 60mn’...? Anyway I have my doubt because I cannot start it again with the same phone. Would you recommend to download again the app? Many thanks indeed for any suggestion or advice.
Best regards
Thank you so much for your kind words! I am not sure if I fully understand the questions but reinstalling the app might definitely solve your issue. Just keep in mind you will most likely loose your data. Good luck my friend! Wishing you all the best!
Thanks for such a helpful video! I am from Argentina and my 9yo daughter sweats a lot and the last freestyle only last for 2 days. Can’t use SKIN TAC because she had a skin reaction when we tried them (2 times, horrible rushes). What do you recommend? TIA!!!
You're so welcome! Not sure if there is an equivalent of skin tac to which he would not have allergic reaction. Sorry I could not help more:( Wishing you a great day!
Two of them flipped of getting into the shower in the same month
So sorry to hear that. Hopefully the next month will be less unfortunate! Wishing you all the best!
Hi Tom, here in the USA and being a new user and I use only an iphone and the Freestyle 14 day app says at the start must wait 1 hour, so I needed to wait the hour for it to warm up it said. Now this is the 14 day unit sold in the USA maybe no need to wait the 24 hr? Great channel!
Hi Tom I agree with you that makes good sense. I think the USA unit is encrypted so no other app but Freestyle will work! I do like you idea of waiting the 24 hr but then I loose at least 1 day as these are only a 14 day and I think it's the app and meter that are locked in and not sure if on the 12th day setting the phone date back a day or 2 as well as the meter would work for getting more days from the sensor, maybe Tom that is something you could try with the meter? I think the sensor will last 15 or 16 or 17 days before the battery is dead. I plan on opening my sensor up and see what the battery power is...
Does it not just sit there for 24hrs until you activate it with regards to the amount if days it works?
My cat tried to bite my sensor last night. Thank God I haven't ripped it out yet. I swatted him and pushed him away.
Wow. I think this is the first cat sensor attack reported on my channel! Glad it did not get ripped out!
I walked past a chair and it fell off only my second one being a first time using it
Hi Tom
May I ask is there an update for diabox app so as to be able to calibrate the diabox app
Hi Mike. The Diabox app has been recently having some issues and I am not sure what the calibration status is. I will keep you posted. Just FYI: The Diabox app was just recently removed from Google Play Store. Bubblan is working on an alternative solution as we speak. Here is a link to the latest info group. t.me/joinchat/AAAAAETaswgQJvvz52Xj5Q?fbclid=IwAR2wicsT-kDseitUnagKH5M4eEPnL3FRbCn0-FdPHi6mQM8nOXxHPvnC9mo
Just started today... I am terrified of that needle :(. Skin Tac is on my to order list!
Type One Talks true! However I still feel it... I think I need some getting used to. However it feels weird in my fingers somehow... (like my little finger and ring finger)
I have my husband do it for me since I get so scared doing it, but it never hurts!
Think of it this way... one prick every 14 days.... or daily fingerpricks?
BvanBart don’t be scared of the needle babe it’s a plastic needle and you cannot feel it at all
I didn't even know there was a needle until I examined it on removal. You probably won't even feel it.
Door frame
Typical. Thank you for sharing!
I bought a strap for mine but after wearing it all it starts to irritate my bicep. I took the strap off and went to sleep. When I woke up sensor was ripped out.
Thanks
, Tom. Hreat tips. I've knockedd mybsensorvloose as few times on door feames at home. Annott is a wee onserful.company and has helped me when necessary. Has AZ nyone rkse used the sensor on the upper leg? I'd like to know how it has worked for them. Stay safe and well.
Hey everyone! New to this. This is a long comment, sorry in advance! Need your thoughts please!!!
(Btw - I'm in the US)
1st one was put in by Dr. & on stomach because I don't want people to see it on my upper arm. . It lasted 7 days, accidentally bumped it. Accuracy was pretty good. Then when I put new one on on my stomach it didn't read accurate at all. I kept getting a magnifying glass saying to do finger sticks.
I don't want to put it on the back of my arm (that is the only area approved by Abbott) because I don't want everyone to see it. When I called Abbott to get a replacement they said the only accurate spot is back of arm & not to wear it anywhere else.
Waiting on my new sensor. I want to put it on my stomach again (just opposite side - switching sides each new sensor), but don't know why one sensor was accurate & the other one was not at all. For example, my finger sticks would say 90, but the sensor reading would say 70. That's how inaccurate the sensor was on the one I put on. The one I put on, I compared to finger stickd for 3 days & it was so inaccurate.
Abbott would not even talk about the accuracy/inaccuracy because they want on the back of the arm at all times. Maybe since I did the 2nd sensor myself it wasn't in all the way or was on wrong somehow? But when I went to take it off - it was on there tight & was very sticky.
What are your thoughts on why my 1st sensor (Dr. put on) read so accurately & my 2nd sensor (I put on) was not accurate at all on my stomach? I literally put it on the same area of the stomach, just opposite side.
I REALLY want to do it on my thigh. How is the accuracy on the thigh? Who sees accuracy on the thigh?
Thanks for any help & advice in advance
Thank you for your comment!
I feel self conscious wearing libre. I don't know how to respond to questions
Makes total sense! Thank you for sharing your insights! Much appreciated!
Warning the sensors are not accurate I’ve experienced a difference of 10 to 15 point difference between sensor and blood test strip on with several different sensors use with caution
Like your video's except for the repetitive background music. The music conflicts with your accent sometimes. It's like nails on a chalkboard after a while. Thanks Tom.
Thank you for your feedback. This is really helpful. I focused on this in the latest videos actually. Hopefully you will see an improvement in newer videos! All the best!
Your not supposed to cover the drainage hole.
We also want to know the answer to the 2nd MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION we have - What is the best generic brand to use for those of us who does not have insurance to cost the high cost of those sensor patches? The regular price of the Libre sensor patch without insurance is $15 each!
This is one of the worse products on the market. These past months I have come accross several defective sensors. All abbott did was to replace them sometimes with other defective sensors. My last prescription were two bad sensors. I had to remove a bad one from my son's harm only to find out the second one was as bad. Impossible to have any reading, just Er messsages. I can't tell you the frustration of having to deal with this issue. Why don't they just issue a recall! I don't understand. Not to mention the fact that they wrongfully claim that the warming time would be 1hour with the 14day sensor. I have to wait 12 hours to be able to make the first reading on a good sensor. Bottom line this is a bad product. I guess you pay for what you get.
An angry and hurt mom.
Sorry to hear about your negative experience! Wishing you a great day!
Having the same problem.
Thanks for sharing this! I’ve never had any issues with my sensors not sticking, but I follow a couple of the Freestyle Libre groups on Facebook and that’s the one issue nearly everyone seems to have bother with. I’m planning on doing some Type 1 content on my own channel very soon. Would love it if you wanted to subscribe to my channel and keep up to date with each other’s management of Type 1? ☺️☺️
Reaching into the back seat of the car I knocked my sensor 🙄
How typical... Sorry to hear that... All the best Helen!
Sports bra!
VERY FRUSTRATED 🤔
I ripped mine off putting on my bra the strap ripped it off
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Freestyle Libre 2 - How to insert sensor and how to set up alarms th-cam.com/video/bY27y1zjGfs/w-d-xo.html
I hav no problem with it sticking my problem is that my reading are way off alot NOT GOOD
Sorry to hear that! Thanks for sharing your experience. I’ve been wanting to make a video on this topic soon. Stay tuned!
This video is really funny ! Great tips throughout and yeah door frames and bras are the worst ! My tip is try it on your thigh its so much better in terms of hitting things ! but yeah you will need to wear sexy shorts for the community ! :D
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another great help from you. My skin is very sensible and have been worrying about where to get a good patch. Thanks a lot. I will used desktop to order Tuesday. Jeff from Houston.
I go activate it after sticking it to my arm and its been 2 days results is bery low. Like 3.8 but when i prick my finger 5.8 😭😭😭😭 if only i watch this first
Check out my other Libre videos. I have some specifically on the accuracy topic. Might help. Good luck!
Great tips! Would love one about how to clean the area once it’s applied. Mine always unsticks after I shower. My tip is to watch out for young children, my toddler gets very curious.
So true my autistic son is always trying to grab it off
Great tips!! I love your channel :D
I applied Libre pro sensor yesterday and after 6 hours of application on body my reader shows glucose reading is stopped ,how can i apply again in my body??
Please help
My experience: I have been using the FS Libre for about three (3) years. My first loss was on my first use by bumping into a door. I called Abbott/Libre and they replaced it. My next loss was after about 30 months of freedom from losing a FS Libre sensor. Now the bad part: it is winter and I like to wear long tight shirts when it is cold. Despite being careful I lost, knocked off, or dislodged three (3) consecutive sensors while taking shirts off. The first time I called Abbott Labs and they replaced the sensor ... the next two (2) I just put the sensors into the trash. I intend to buy and try an adhesive from Amazon and would welcome learning which ones are recommended.
I just got the freestyle libre and failed twice on making it work. The second time I thought everything worked and the sensor is not reading on the app
So sorry to hear that! I hope you will have better experience going forward! Welcome to the Liobre team my friend! Wishing you a great weekend!
Please check blood sugar watch whether it is good.
I am 100% successful in ruining sense during shower. Any tips?
Hmm... Does it peel off or stop giving you readings? If it peels off I would try an overpatch. Hope this helps! Take care my friend!
This feels like a dumb question, but how do you find the flattest spot? It feels like it changes depending on my angle.
Tough question:) For me it is the spot I show in the video. But I guess it might depend on a person. Thanks for watching!
If it's ripped out can I put it back again?
So far 2 out of3. It’s frustrating.