I have been using the Freestyle Libre 3 plus and have been experiencing some false lows not just while sleeping at night but also during the day and from several different monitors. Also occasionally the readings can range up to 40+ digits different from the finger stick value. Just wondering if anyone has experienced the same things and could share some tips and/or tricks for this. Also wondering if anyone has used any other type of CGM’s that they could recommend. I just saw a CGM brand online that has an insertable chip under the skin, and it lasts for one year. Just wondering if anyone has tried this?
Hello and welcome to the forum. I’ve had T1D for 35 years so a little different than your situation but I think I have some experience that can help. First thing, no currently available CGM is right all the time They are good enough. When your symptoms or feelings don’t match the readings then check with a BGM. Otherwise just use the CGM number. It’ll take at least a year to find the spots where the CGM works best, how to keep the adhesive stuck to you and get a feel for the times when the displayed reading might be off. Let me know if you are good with statistics, there’s data to characterize the Libre’s behavior. In the meantime, anytime you want to talk about the difference between a BGM and a CGM reading, with us or your doc, you have to report both readings. Here’s a little tool that categorizes a BGM vs. a CGM reading: Parkes Error Grid | Desmos
I haven’t seen anyone post on this forum that they’ve tried the Eversense CGM. They work but require calibration. Also no pump integration yet. The Libre 3 plus has only been out for a few months so hard to say if it finally caught up to Dexcom.
Are you in the US? Diagnosing T2D vs T1D is hard. Since you said LADA did you have the antibody test done? If you are looking to learn a little faster than your endo and educator are going see if they or your library have a copy of “Think Like a Pancreas” by Gary Scheiner. There’s a new version due out any minute now so don’t buy it yet. I also like the team at Take Control Of Your Diabetes tcoyd.org. The two guys who do most of the talking are Endos with T1D.
Hello,
Thank you for the reply, I am in the United States. Yes, I did test positive for GAD and ZNT8 Antibodies. I will check out the book and other resources recommended. I do appreciate it.
If you haven’t already re-evaluate your health insurance options to check if a more expensive plan might save you money over the year. Are you familiar with “Durable Medical Equipment” and your pharmacy benefits formulary?
Also might be worth a little googling about if your state or county has any diabetes specific laws or programs that could benefit you. For instance in a couple counties around me there’s a non-profit that supplies insulin for $5. I was talking to a guy in Minnesota who didn’t realize a new law went into effect this year in his state capping health plan costs for all diabetes medication and supplies to $35/month was why his copays were wacky this year.