Top 10 Reasons Diabetes Glucose Meters Will Read Wrong!
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- Опубліковано 12 лип 2024
- There are many reasons why your glucose meter may be reading wrong or incorrectly. In this video, we cover the top 10 most common reasons your glucose meter may be giving you inaccurate readings. We also provide solutions to help you get accurate results from your glucose meter.
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Who is Dr. Ergin? Dr. Ahmet Ergin is an endocrinologist with a particular interest and passion for diabetes care. Dr. Ergin earned his medical degree with honors at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul, Turkey. Then, he completed his internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. He is also a certified diabetes education specialist.
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When you dry your hands, use a clean towel, or a paper towel. To avoid contaminating your clean hands, do not dry your hands with a towel that you have used before. Also, I have found that highly scented hand soap can throw my test numbers off a bit. I now use a glucose meter that has a test solution. Every time I open a new box of blood glucose strips, I test with the solution. Great video! Inconsistency in test numbers can be frustrating!
Great info!
I continue to learn from your videos. This diabetes thing is new to me so I try to absorb everything you say. Thanks for your help. Greetings from North Mississippi.
I have survived my 2 years of diabetes thanks to all your supplements tips and info .. Thank you so much for all you do 🙏🏽❤
I like all of your videos. They are very useful to me as I am a “new diabetic”. Thank you very much Dr. Ergin😢
I like your advise Dr.
Great tutorial! Thank you.
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Very good information 👌
Thanks Dr for this information.
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This Review is very Excellent. Thanks for Review.
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Oh wow.. I always clean my finger with an alcohol pad first the way my doctor told me to do..🎀
I hope he was talking about booze which has sugar & not rubbing alcohol.
Love your Vids Dr. Ergin....Topic suggestion: the effects on blood sugar with the use of prednisone i.e. diabetics with comorbidities (RA, MS, AS). i am on keto...no refined carbs at all...i depend on my meter for accuracy as dosing fast acting insulin like lispro can be challenging at times. Lantus is pretty standard (body weight in kilos/ 0.2 kilo)...but too much fast acting insulin due to inaccurate meters is not acceptable...at least in my books.....i use 3 meters they are all close withing 1-1.5mmols/L.....the libre2 is 10 minutes too slow....the verio one touch is out by almost 5mmol...not all meters are created equal....some are wayyyyy out. it pays to do your homework especially what you don't know can hurt you or even kill you.
Assalaamu Alaikum. Thank you soo much Dr. Erdin.
I've actually got 4 different glucose meters .I've had times where I've had all indate test strips and used 3 meters at the same time . The difference in readings was very surprising and went from 4.2 to 4.7 to 5.3 for my fasting . I regularly test but never take the meter readings as gospel anymore .
The international standard of these meters is +/- 0.88, try to read their instructions in the manuals. The readings are for reference only, if you want an accurate result, ask for a lab test.
that's the reason why I am watching this video right now. I use the same meter 3 consecutive time (with different strips of course) and I still having different readings. I ck my blood in the morning however, I am NOT diabetic. Seems that pre-diabetes is sneaking on me...have the darn gene.
Thanks for sharing, very reasonable for the meter love it
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Thanks. This was important information that i wasnt told. Thanks for your good titles. I am seeing ones that i need to listen to. A lot to learn, & you are helping. I believe the Lord showed your channel to me. I only found out i have diabetes last week.
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Great and informative video!!
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Very interesting.
Good morning. I enjoy listening to you and all the wonderful information you give us.
I wondered how you feel about insurance companies sending out tests for A1C’s , Colon and etc. I am a diabetic, I do see my Dr regularly.
I find this very invasive and keep refusing. I let them know , my Dr takes care of that for me.
How do you feel about this.
Thanks Kimberly
My workplace provided everything I needed, was stopped when I retired. Went back to relion meter replaced battery, purchased new test strips, just found out it's too old, that's probably why readings are high. Just purchased this meter. Thanks Dr.
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thanks! Doc, god bless 🙏😇❤
@rosamaelabial263 Thank you and you're welcome.
thank you Dr. sounded reliable information. i wonder if you have video reviewing more devices, with some recommendations. this "Care Sens N Plus" was a it too big to me.
Hi Dr Ahmet, thanks for sharing this useful information, as I noticed my test strip expired 2018 😆
Thanks dr. t's very helpful & informative. I came to know a lot of new things which I don't know before 👍 keep sharing the knowledge 😊
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Very useful. Mostly news to me!
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Accurate reading at all times is vital from Johannesburg South Africa 👍
Totally agree!
Thanks Dr Ergin, I had no idea about cleaning the meter? I have a Freestyle Libra too and there is such a difference in the numbers. Like about 30 points difference I use them both because the Free style usually measured higher.
Thanks again!
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Thank you 😊
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What about the monitors that allows you to monitor your blood sugar without pricking your fingers? The type that you ware on your arm for example, can you give some feedback on those?
thnks alot doctor this is a very good reminder and it saves me a lot of testing strips hahaha, thnk you
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Excellent video Dr. Ergin! I’ve been having problems with inaccurate readings and now I know why! Also could you please do a video about your supplements and your recommendations with respects to proper dosage? I noticed that the directions for your Super Berberine says take 2 capsules with dinner or take 1. Which dosage is optimal and under what circumstances? I am prediabetic trying hard not to become diabetic. Thanks for your help with this and for sharing your knowledge and insight into this loathsome disease.
Three things that will help you the most . Lose enough weight not to have an obese BMI . Aim toward normal weight. Avoid sugar and starchy foods. Get at least 150 min of exercise a week, can be walking or any moment you like and can sustain. Do not Rely on supplement first. Food , weight, exercise are the three most important thing in that order. Also get you lipid panel done. Triglyceride/ HDL ratio must be under 2.0, and an ideal is close to 1.0. Berberine 500 1-2 to a day depend what you blood sugar is. Do purchase a meter and strips , and test after meal too. Must have under 140 mg/dl one hour after a meal, and 120 mg/dl is possible.
If you blood sugar is over 125 in the morning you are too high. Get on Metformin ER extended release . Prediabetes really mean early onset diabetes, do not mess around with it it’s quite serious.
I hope this really helps you.
James Kantor in Raleigh, NC
Doctor, I get free meter & strips through Medicare.
Thank you Judi for the suggestion. We will put that on our bucket list for future videos.
@@SugarMDs Thank you Dr. Ergin. I’d really appreciate that. 😊
@@Chicago48 There is no such thing as free .
Thanks
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Great info...keep meters in there cases always...and if I do not add enough blood get error message
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So what's best way to carry meter when hiking or going to amusement parks? Thanks
Thanks doc but we need more info regarding false reading and why they occur using the Freestyle Libre and Dexcom machines other than large intake of Vitamin C. I appreciate your teachings and listen and learn so much from them. Looking forward to your response.
Thank you for the suggestion. We will put that on our bucket list for future videos.
How accurate are One Touch Verios? I was also told not to let your blood smear or run but to let it bubble up before using your strip.
Thank u doc ☺️
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Wait until finger is dry , just an extra 15 seconds.
He’s so handsome and I love his accent! Good information…💕❤️😘
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My CGM sometimes gave what I believe were false readings as my arm is very skinny which meant it struggled to get into the correct part I.e. my muscle
thank You Dr to save our lives.🙌😉 i alway do half of thing you mention.but i dont take vitamin c
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I DIDN'T know we had to clean out meter.. How do I do that?? My doctor NEVER told or should me how to clean my meter.. Should I wipe it down with a ALCOHOL pad or a LYSOL wipe???🎀
I think by dirty meter he meant more like dust getting into the slot where you insert the test strip. Doesnt hurt to clean the outside tho. Also dont use a wipe to clean the inside obviously
I occasionally wipe my meter down with an alcohol wipe. I also keep it in a case so that it does not collect dust.
I keep mine in a case. Plastic bag should work
Use a acholol pad and wipe the end and all Ard it.or a least that what I do.
Do you have comments for people using Freestyle Libre 2 & Omnipods
Of course one is that the meter is not very accurate like so many are not. I know the one that Kaiser users is about 18% off and another one I use is 9% off from the A1C. Hopefully one day these will be much more accurate or have other ways of testing.
Thanks, I have been so frustrated with testing. I wash and dry my hands and keep my meter and test strips in a cool dry space. I am religious about diet and exercise but did not know about vitamin C being a problem or that meters can go bad.
What a pain testing is. I am already anal about this desease.
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I do not have diabetes, but we monitor my sugar because I have epilepsy which can be exacerbated by random things. I have hyperhydrosis. How can I test if it’s acting up when I need to do the testing? Is there any average reading deviation for calculating glucose levels if this is an issue at the time I’m needing to test?
Alcohol Sanitizer Solutions & alcohol Pad usage causes elevated glucose readings as well.
On top of a refrigerator is rarely a cool temperature place. Depending on your refrigerator it can be VERY warm. Good place to rise dough.
You mention alcohol on my fingers. I was suspecting high readings, and now i know not to use alcohol wipes anymore before my test.
Have you seen the research showing exogenous ketones consumed with a meal can reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes?
Thanks Dr Ergin.
How often do you test with the control solution and how do you do it?
I was told to test the first strip with a control solution each time I opened a new box of glucose test strips.
Didn't expect high vitamin C cause faulty errors. Cheers.
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does high vitamin C produce a false high reading, or does it actually increase the glucose level in the blood?
One large scale research study says the the home meters and %10 to %20 higher the lab test .
Will I get an inaccurate reading when I pull the strip out of the glucose meter and put it back in before I put the end of the strip in the blood from my finger?
Thank you I agree with every recommendation but was surprised to hear that Vitamine C can cause hight readings. Now How much Vitamine C is too much?
@martinbeebe2571 While vitamin C is generally considered safe and beneficial for health, it's true that extremely high doses can potentially lead to adverse effects, including an increased risk of certain health issues. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin C varies depending on factors such as age, sex, and life stage.
Hi good evening sir my sugar after eating 140 sir is ok same time my stomach gas problem witch medicine use tnx 7.4 level my sugar please good advice tell me what you want use medicine tnx again
I owned a Reli On from Walmart I would do a test at the Quest Office just before they drew blood, my test read 111, their test read 91 after waiting on it for 2 days, then again at Quest during the next Blood test, my test read 101 and quest came back at 71, so I bought a Contour Next One, did 2 tests 1 with the Reli On, and one with Contour, Reli On read 123 and the Contour read 100, so the Reli On has been screwed all along. Test strips were not out of date, and have never gotten hot or cold, at least not when Ive had them. I will be doing another Lab test on 6/16/22 and I will take it again, just to see how close this new meter is, I believe its going to be real close.
Thanks for sharing!
Yea I feel like relion from Walmart is not that good
Gives inaccurate readings
Hello ,
I am suffering from gestational diabetes ,but today night after my meal I checked my blood glucose and it's 10.2 so I tried again two time and it's different 7.2 ,8.2 within 1 minutes ,so is this fault or error or what ?
Please suggest me
My 'One Touch Ultra 2" is like a random number generator. Taking multiple test from the same spot on a finger gives me a different number each time. Every this is in date and I'm using a new test strip each time. I'd expect a group of numbers in similar range but mine are as much a 30 points part.
What about CGM, is it accurate?
Rob Lowe!🤗
Oh my meters are constantly getting replaced. I stick my fingers up to 18 times every time I check my blood glucose levels. I feel so bad for my finger tips. I’m trying that meter on the video.
What are 6 foods that prevent diabetes?
I use a meter that you just drop in the little drum in and it has 10 test in it. You can put it in your pocket and go.
Thank's Dr. Will there be a difference between Venous blood and capillary blood when using this type of meters
See, meters are not reading venous blood. I think a 10 % variation.
@@jameskantor0459 Thank you.
In hospital when blood was taken for various test, a Gulcometer was used with a drop of blood from syringe
I'm wondering if my meter is starting to have issues. Recently, I have been seeing "low" readings, which I've never had. However, using control solution comes back normal.
Take you meter to the doctor test your meter and compare to doctor reading. I would replace meter, may be the battery, but you do not want to be seeing low reading. I hope you are not on insulin. If you are see a doctor asap.
Do you have to use a fresh needle for every test? I use my needle for a month before I use a new one.
Me to
You are supposed to use a new lancet every time but I don't. I thought I was the only one breaking the rules. I do use a new insulin needle each time
@@ralphmarlow6627 I have trouble getting a large drop of blood, and I think reusing the lancet helps.
I want to purchase a true glucose control standard solution with a defined amount of glucose, say 120 mg/dL. I cannot find such a standard, only the Level 1 to Level 3 standards which have an extreme range. Does anyone make a defined glucose standard? Thanks.
Hi @jonboz7585, I'm not sure if there's a specific product like you're describing. I'd recommend reaching out to your meter's manufacturer for information about their control solutions. Visit sugarmds.com for further resources and assistance!
Since this video is 2 years old how about an update on the most accurate glucose meters. I have an older FreeStyle Lite and a newer (2 years old) True Metrix Air. They can differ from 10-50 points difference. The FreeStyle Lite always shows lower results.
Sure thing @upszilla! I appreciate the suggestion and will consider making an updated video about the most accurate glucose meters in the market. Stay tuned!
Alcohol can affect the reading ? I always wipe my finger with an alcohol prep pad before taking a reading - is this bad ?
I use one too but I let my finger dry first
Any chance the meter and the test strips baking in a car for 6 months at probably 130° everyday could mess it up
Please tell me why showing "hi" in glucose meter. .... meter brand ' prodigi '
It’s prob your test strips. Once you open the bottle they expire after 90 days. Don’t leave the lid open - only open it to get out the strip.
Should the lancet be changed after each use? Thanks Doc.
Technically yes but I only change once a week.
I use a new lancet every time.
You should change it every time but I only change it when it starts to get dull (maybe 2 months...).
@@cindysams9832 Good for you but I get lazy. It is a risk of being contaminated
I got a 47 the other day, probably from too small of a blood drop. Next thing I know the company is texting, calling and e-mailing me. LOL When I checked a while later was 92.
I have a CGM and when I have a hot bath my sugar readings always go up.
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on top of a fridge is hot Doc
I am. Overweight diabetic 2 in phx
When im outside in the heat working i easily get nauseated and dizzy even if i am hydrated i also cant hold my bladder.
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Hope you keep check on your bloodpressure.
But how do you clean the meter?
Always keep mine in a case
Lol on top of a fridge. It's not hot up there..
My number 1 reason was just a awful meter lol.
Thank you. Can you give some good options for a wear patch meter on the arm? What is your thoughts?
Where can I get this meter to buy ? Ps thanks
Amazon
How much vitamin c is healthy that will not effect reading ? With this effect the read when blood is drawn at the doctor office, or just finger sticks ?
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@@SugarMDs thank you for your quality video . It helps enrich our lives
Naaber Ahmetcim?
[0min 40 secs] "on top of a fridge" is NOT a cool place - the fridge radiates heat away from the cooled contents inside.
My wife's glucose meter always has me high, over 300, but my meter has me in the mid 100's
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Hi Doc I have Multiple metres at the same time they show different reading about 30 to 40 point different. What is going on?
SAME HERE! There is always a huge difference between mine and my husband's meter..and it makes no sense either, because sometimes when I use his, it gives me WAY higher reading..and other times, his gives me a way lower reading! I always write down the lowest!
but why is my bold glucose goes higher immediately after my shower
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