I worked at Abbott Diabetes for 10 years and was in the CGM group. We did the first two CGM products (Navigator 1 and 2) but during the development of Navigator 2 the team came up with the Flash CGM idea. The intent was to make the product affordable. Once the Bluetooth Low energy came out (2011/2012) the ability to send glucose data to a smart phone was opened up. It's amazing to see how much this technology has helped the diabetic patients. I
@@WanidainBelgium Check the Abbott Diabetes Care website to see if it has passed regulatory approval in your country. If the information is not there check the website of your regulatory agency.
Since I use an insulin pump, Dexcom is the only way to go. It works perfectly with my Tandem pump. When my blood sugar goes down, Dexcom sends the info to the pump, which stops dispensing insulin. When my blood sugar goes up, the pump responds by dispensing more insulin. It is (very roughly) like the holy grail for type 1 diabetics - a closed loop system. I have been diabetic for 58 years, and I have never felt better.
Honestly I love seeing the improvements. I just wish they would have existed when my dad was around his blood sugar dropping when I was with him was always terrifying to sit through.
@@user-tk1gg5el5g"its not good at all" Um...you don't seem to understand. The Tandem uses a computer algorithm to determine how much is needed based on what YOU the patient tells the pump is your correction ratio and what is your carb ratio. You are right--it's not good at all. It is GREAT. I have lived with diabetes for 58 years. There is no better system out there today. A couple years from now, who knows--maybe there will be a better system available. Big pharma are working on solutions so that they may make more money from the diabetic patients.
But honestly by the time it stops dispensing insulin it's much too late and a low is most likely on the horizon. The pumps just aren't for everyone. Paying attention to carb intake and planning ahead are skills every person with diabetes should have.
This is the best thing since sliced bread. It helped me go from an A1c of 7.3 to an A1c of 6.5. As a type 2 for several years, I'm finally able to take control of my diabetes and lower my weight. Thanks for a great product!
Just started using today. I had used the Libre 2 in the past. Somehow I got a phenomenal deal at pharmacy at the local supermarket. They gave me two boxes for $77. My GoodRx showed $142. I'm on Medicare with Type 2. Do not administer Insulin. Just take Jardiance. Don't know if I will ever get that deal again but now have sensors that will cover me two months. I was using finger sticks. More accurate. Before I would just buy a Libre 2 every couple of months to get an idea of my blood sugar on a daily basis instead of using a finger sticks when I had a high carb meal to see what it would top out at. Being able to see the track of my glucose on a minute by minute basis is really good. And the best part is not having to hold the phone next to the sensor to know your glucose reading
Yes the Libre 3 is terrific, easy to apply, easy to takevoff. Provides valuable feed back. I'm age 66 and Type 2 diabetic diagnosed about ten years. My average score is down from 148 to 137, had gone lower. My GMI is down from 7.0 to 6.6. Makes me conscious of not eating cookies, bread, pastries that raise my scores. Had one night score dropp to 52 and alarm went off, didnt feel anything, ate something. Overall wish I had started using a sensor charting blood glucose much earlier. Highly recommend this. Had initial concerns that alarms would go off when in a meeting or church. Turned off alarms except for less than 55 glucose score, graphs show my score can drop quickly, need to monitor to know when to eat a snack. Can use further help on how to interpret the graphs, diet, finding alternative foods to favorites which raise score. One limitation is freestyle libre 3 doesnt appear to work on Samsung 24 ultra, it does work on Samsung Ultra 23. Fortunately I kept me 23 when I recently upgraded.
A friend of mine was on the Libre 1 for 18 months and she said it was amazing...unfortunately the price is the stumbling block with regards this brilliant product. Elon Musk should have invested in this before investing in Twitter. The World would have praised him.
Using the Libre 3 with Afrezza (Inhaled Insulin) I can manage my BG in REAL TIME. I take Afrezza at the beginning of my meal and it starts working in 3 minutes. It instantly shuts down the glucose that my liver releases and it's out of my body in 90 minutes. It's remarkable and thanks to Libre 3 my A1C and TIR (Time in Range) is amazing.
How do I Bluetooth it, would not work for my son, kept getting error messages. Should I put it on the side of his arm or back of his arm,could you please give me a step by step on how to connect the phone and it says unavailable alarm
It is true, currently a French company is working on the manufacture of a watch that will be able to take blood glucose measurements in real time, its cost is estimated at €200. And I thought wow finally a device that doesn't need a constant spending of money. however you need a chip which costs $100 and needs to be replaced monthly!
Yeah, I started wearing the Libre 3 sensor six days ago and yeah, it is discrete and easy to use. Though I don't have Diabetes, I find the Glucose monitor extremely helpful. The Bluetooth connectivity has been fantastic and I am very lucky to not have to tap my phone to my arm throughout the day. The small size is wonderful for sleeping, daily life, showering, and workout out. Yeah, the graphs changes you recommended were spot on and Libre still needs to make app changes as of 03/04/2024.
Hello Peter! I'm a grad student working on Biowearables/CGM. I am looking to interview a few people to know about their experience with these products. Could you please help me? Your feedback is invaluable for my research. Thank you
I have the Libre 3 and it cost me $40 a Sensor and I work for the government And have great Federal Insurance. Bottom line I do like it, because no more 7 times a day checking.
@@MJ-gj6mjthats if the product lasts 14 days. It will most likely fail before due to manufacturing issues. Wrong termination state, design flaws etc. huge company and theyre a joke
I used the Freestyle Libre 14 day. I used 4 out of 6 boxes prescribed to me and paid by BlueCross. I had high hopes after listening to these promotion videos. My experience is that it was very inaccurate and worthless. They were on the average 30 to 50 points off all of the time. Now I hear others saying the same. What a rip off they are. You know that 4 grams of carbs = 1 teaspoon of sugar. Do the math and save your money. I hope in the future they get better. Good luck.
I am using 3 for 2 weeks I had to replaced 3 sensors in 2 weeks They just fall off. And when they are on the arm or the bottom of the arm it doesn’t give the read when I need it. I like 2 better . Not very accurate but it at least have some idea .!
@@afshanvastani4944also they probably ended up faulting earlier than expected. Massive failure in the setup of these products. Abbott are a joke mate. You should see how much they hide when they get audited by the fda and such. Its hilarious
JUST FYI. I was told by a Abbott customer Rep that it HAS to be in the back of the arm, not in the side of the arm. If it defaults or is defective and the sensor is in the middle of the arm, it wont be replaced.
It was a review, not an advert. I've used one of these things before, a v1.0, and it was pretty good, but they're expensive to pay for privately. Here in the uk it is difficult to get them on prescription, so I would have to pay myself if I wanted to use them. The reason I tried one, is because I was offered a trial by my local diabetic specialist hospital, for the purpose of gathering real world user data for the company. These things are a godsend for busy, working people, especially people who do jobs operating machinery or vehicles, where for both reasons of safety and practicality, they cannot continually stop and measure their blood glucose level in the traditional way. Having an early warning of falling bg level is really valuable. I found this really interesting, because I wasn't aware that Abbot had released newer versions of something that I've tried before. One day, in the future, I may opt to use it, if it becomes cheaper. I am confident that Erin/CNBC would disclose anything that affected their impartiality on this matter, because they are obliged to. Because there are so few companies making these things worldwide, they tend to be in very short supply, so there are no generous 'freebies' or 'sponsorships' floating around. The company that makes these, Abbot, is local to me, about 12 miles away, and my specialist diabetic clinic in Oxford is one of the leading research centres in Europe, but even they cannot get a plentiful or cheap supply of these things. For the individual, very strict criteria apply here, and I certainly couldn't get any free or subsidised, even though I was a recently diagnosed, active adult. So I think you can allay your suspicion. The worldwide type 1 community is, thankfully, very small, but it's a tough condition to live with, and if someone like Erin reviews something like this, then it's entirely because she wants to share potentially valuable information with this community, not benefit from any scummy 'sponsorship'. Richard, type 1, diagnosed October 2018.
The lady installed the sensor on the side of her arm. Abbott recommends the back of your arm. Not sure if that affects the accuracy of the sensor, but it does make it more vulnerable to bumps possibly dislodging your sensor. Libre 3 sensor adhesive does get a lot of complaints about coming loose, especially if exposed to water or sweat. Mine came off after 4 days the day after I did a lot of outdoor work while sweating profusely. There are overlay patches that will help the sensor to adhere in more severe conditions.
So true! I was stuck for the longest trying to find a new doctor because my older one stopped taking my insurance and boy wasn’t it stressful trying to get a prescription for any of my diabetic supplies including my Dexcom! They make it so hard for us that may need it in emergency situations. 🥺❤️
What a valid point! Just learning how specific foods impact glucose levels could really help people make informed decisions and possibly avoid becoming diabetic (atleast in the case of Type 2)
I have used the freestyle libre 2 System, I will never rely on these things. They don't give accurate readings. They fall off easy too, not a good match at all for busy, sweaty patients either. Further more you'll also have to invest in buying an additional product in order to keep them from falling off. Which in my opinion should be provided already in the kit for installation of the sensor. I also recently went to my doctor for my current A1C and it was way worse after trusting these sensors and system made by freestyle libre 2. Also if you want to use your cell phone vs the sensor scanner, the app is only for apple phone users, not compatible with Android phones. I called the company and they do offer replacement of the malfunctioning of their sensors, but I can't trust them anyhow, as it had brought my health and A1C to a level that's higher than it was, while I was using my regular finger stick. The slightest shifting of the season affects the function of their sensors. Inaccurate reading lead me to believe I was having low glucose readings. I addition if you don't recognize your symptoms keep your regular finger stick to double check the inaccuracy of these sensors. They are junk in my opinion as far as my health and diabetes health.
Found that both the 1 and 2 almost always fail before the end of the 14 days. There is an Android app, but it seems to be worse than on iPhones (former having issues to get it to scan, and often having "phantom" scans afterwards).
Hi, just wanted to say I can totally agree with everything you've said! It seems to be the unpopular opinion but that was our experience as well. Haven't had good luck with these things on seniors either, it was actually much more difficult to manage. The low alarm would sound and I'd be waking people up to get them juice but it wasn't even low! Happened personally as well just overall not a good product at this point in time. Could be but isn't there yet.
Omg! My husband is experienced the exact same thing! Low glucose in the night so he kept drinking apple juice. After the doctor did his A1C his glucose was the highest its ever been!! We're left wondering why so many people have success using this and he's seems to be the odd case. Thanks for sharing!
The Libre 2 is very specific on where it is to be applied 'underside of arm '. Either the application is different for the 3, or the person featured installed it incorrectly.
Hopefully it will work better than the 2 it’s horrible always off by 10-15. Then the sensor can only go on the arm .. bummer I was so over that for my mom. Dexcom is AMAZING
@@benjaminhambright exactly! The fluid in the skin lags behind the readings in the blood. But they will end up in the same place eventually. I'm excited to pick up my libre 3 today. Changing over from the 2. Which I've used for only a month now
Did I hear this correctly that it is going to be by prescription only? This is a very bad idea for people who do not have insurance coverage. Not only are the prices higher for the sensor on a prescription but now I would have to pay the prescription fee too. In Canada, this is a $20.00 difference from if I just buy the sensor over the counter. This could discourage some that can not affors this extra cost every two weeks.
In the US they're around $45 every 14 days with insurance coverage. Most plans don't pay fully for them at all. It's far too high and any just cannot afford that extra amount out of pocket. They pharmacy told us it was $75 every 14 days without insurance.
I never saw the issue with the finger sticks....a little inconvenient but so is having a tacky white sensor on your arm in a dress with an alarm that can't be silenced and interrupts business meetings.
@@MJ-gj6mj you can opt to turn off the alarms but the benefit of having one is being able to scan as many times as you want to make sure your in the green and iv been in red danger zone a few times so it was a life saver
Libre2 is faulty and variances are wide range from 20-60. Always alarmed and fingerstick was normal. Will not use anymore sensors. Sensors also have been defective.
Don't forget there is a considerable amount of signal loss due to not scanning unless the phone is just a few feet away from you all the time. Also wear the sensor on your inner arm not the outside as you will not then suffer from compression issues when asleep or knock it on a door frame.
Nothing minus finger pricking can be near perfectly accurate. This glucose monitor is accurate enough to make treatment decisions without the need of pricking your finger (most of the time).
No CGM's read blood. CGM works through a tiny sensor inserted under your skin, usually on your belly or arm. The sensor measures your interstitial glucose level, which is the glucose found in the fluid between the cells.
@@benjaminhambrightOr, wild idea here....her Dad could eat better and add exercise and also live super long regardless of any sensors or finger sticks he chooses to use! 😮
If you are using the old style to check your blood and you switch to these type.Make a comparison between the two.The old style is more accurate than the new one.
I'm not diabetic and I've used the FreeStyle Libre through Levels Health. I wish it was cheaper or covered by insurance. It's $200/month. I'm trying to prevent diabetes. But doctors roll their eyes when they hear that. They would rather me have diabetes. 🤦♀️
I want to get one, too, to observe what happens when I eat different foods. It’s a good lesson for anyone who wants to avoid developing metabolic syndrome and diabetes. I guess I’d only need to use it for the two weeks.
The eye roll from the Dr! Yep....When I went in for a check up and all of my numbers had improved from A1C values to weight, cholesterol everything, they asked what I was doing? I said eating a Mediterranean based diet and exercising more. He rolled his eyes and says, "well you need carbs!" I said well a Mediterranean diet isn't without carbs all together, it's a balanced approach. It improved my physical, mental and emotional states. I felt healthy and the numbers proved I was but that really bothered the Dr that I hadn't declined and needed to be put on medications.
It's not discreet the entire summer long 😒 Bathing suits, tanks, dresses etc. If you're a swimmer throughout the year, you'd have to purchase additional coverings for the device. Every cover has messed up readings and they're large on the arm vs the size of the actual sensor. Speaking of discrete...why are these sensors only in one shade? 🤔
One key point that shoulda been in it to educate non chm users - its not actually comparing blood glucose so the numbers don’t need to “match” …. I love mine even with its faults.
my pharmacy accidentally gave me the Libre 3 , I have been using Libre 2 for over 3 years they are completely different !!! I was completely confused and the Libre 3 support line team were the worst they could care less and actually confirmed they could care less about loyalty to the Company or the product. Libre 2 is so much more convenient with the ability to have voice and real time readings. maybe if the support team for Libre 3 had an ounce of empathy they would have been kind enough to explain the new device.
@@bendino9016 The G7's sensor will be more like the Libre 3's size. It will also be more likely to be covered by Medicare as Dexcom will make an optional G7 receiver (like the G6), which will be mandatory for Medicare as it only covers glucose monitoring supplies tied to "durable medical equipment" (traditional glucometers, G6 & G7 receivers, older Libre readers, Medtronic insulin pumps) or an office procedure (Eversense). The Libre 3 is currently ineligible for Medicare because it's read ONLY by a smartphone app; smartphones do not meet the legal definition of DME as they're primarily non-medical.
The G7 sensor is a bit bigger and a bit less accurate. But DexCom CGMs are better at sending data to pumps and watches. I think the G7 sensor is rated for 10 days. In truth the Libre 3 and G7 will be comparable. Dexcom claims that the price point will be the same as the Libre 3. It's good to have competition between these two companies...keeps them on their toes.
Well it should be wayyyy better, Dexcom costs wayyyy more. Unless Medicaid and Medicare is willing to cover completely, the most vulnerable populations will once again go without this technology.
I’m a new user of Dexcom G7 and over the last few days it’s been off. I also have the pogo automatic and Touch one - which show more accurate numbers. I will probably stop using Dexcom G7 after my last sensor.
I think Abbott should hire me throwing a temper tantrum like a 5-year-old who hasn't had a nappy trying to set this thing up😂🤣😂🤣 We will see. And you only get two sensors??? Oh boy.
My first day knowing I'm a diabetic. My doctor gave me Libre 3 to try it. She even helped me implant it. However, when I got home and started the set up, my phone was not compatible with the app. I have been wanting to upgrade phones anyway, but my question is, which phone do you recommend?
Actually, 14 days is pretty good. When I started on CGM, i used the Abbott Navigator, for which the sensors only lasted 5 days. Dexcom sensors last ten days.
@@makatron Are you sure it even has a battery? It might be, that it uses a energy harvesting device that uses the electromagnetic radition to power itself.
@@xxxy912 gotta have some sort of on board energy for the sensors to work, but here they don't mention any kind of coil or anything for charging. As I'm not diabetic I have zero idea about it.
this is the 3rd time in 2 weeks the application shut down. This isn't very pleasant because every 3-7 days I got 1 day off. That means we are paying more for nothing but also that Abbott has not had capable people servicing it. The help desk is very kind but gets lenient when announcing this interruption. The web is plenty of these complaints. It would be best if you did something to fix the app. Regards Bogdan
Just picked mine up yesterday. My sensor gave wonky readings through the first 16 hours and is slowly getting more accurate (at hour 13 it said I was at 50 while my regular meter said read 136!.) I also am stuck using their reader because my Samsung A14 phone isn't supported. Not quite the smooth transition I had hoped for.
@@benjaminhambrightYou've been using it because you're privileged enough to be able to afford it and access it. Don't disagree with others tlakogn about it will save lives because you aren't the one paying for their supplies!!
Now combine this into an all-in-one blood-sugar detection and insulin dispensing system through the human skin and it could revolutionize how diabetes is treated.
@@benjaminhambright Q were you already on a relationship for the 20 years you've had diabetes? Just curious because the pump/cgm combo just seems like something I wouldn't want to have on in the dating world.
My experience with this is that the sensor is more inaccurate than it is accurate. I have had so many replacements for inaccurate sensors than good ones. I do not trust these sensors at all. Therefore I still stick when I feel like the reading is wrong. When I check by stick readings from the sensor range from within a few points to 60 points higher. It’s very frustrating to me. However I continue to use them because of the convenience and when I run into a consistent inaccurate sensor I call abbot and they send a replacement. I’m hopeful they will work toward better accuracy. Best stick if you want to know true numbers!
My accuracy with them is actually perfect. Never had a single inaccurate sensor. Don’t forget that the vast majority of glucose meters tend to actually be more inaccurate than the libre sensor, so if your finger stick result is different to your libre it might be the reason why. Having more faulty sensors than functioning ones is very unusual, so I’m assuming that either your glucose meter is not of an accurate type or that you might be inserting it wrong. U might want to consider looking into it 🙂
@@gaboshkaboi6885 if what your saying is true, I would have been informed/advised by Abbott, as to what your saying. My finger stick kit is Abbott as well. Furthermore, Abbott suggests that when in doubt stick for accuracy, so I’m uncertain as to your claim that stick is more inaccurate than accurate. I have had many discussions with Abbott, and they have not suggested or even assumed what your saying. If you don’t stick, then I’m sure your spot on with your accuracy claim.
@@brentolsen8263 personally, I found the abott glucose meters to be inaccurate. Their CGM is more accurate in my experience. I found the contour next one and accu check guide to be the most accurate glucose meters (at least out of the ones available in Australia). With that said, any glucose meter can be up to 15% plus or minus of actual blood glucose which is important to keep in mind. When In doubt, you should confirm with a finger stick because even though the CGMs are accurate, they are susceptible to issues like compression loads and dehydration which can effect results. The reason double checking with a glucose meter is recommended is because there is a delay between readings of CGM and actual readings due to the fact they don’t use blood. Also having two devices that show the same results is reassuring. Even if you have multiple glucose meters of the exact same model and you use the same blood drop, they will all show you a slightly different result. The higher the blood glucose, the greater that difference will be. As far as I know, most glucose meters are generally ok between 4-7 mol but higher than that and they start being more off. If you do get an accurate glucose meter, and your sensor is still way off, it might be that the sensors are far more inaccurate for you because biological factors like dehydration or access of vitamin c in blood which can affect readings. Personally, every sensor I had so far (been using libre for 3 years) has worked great and was generally accurate. I should also mention, that if you are using libre, you can download a 3rd party app that allows you to calibrate to significantly improve accuracy. If you are using android, I recommend xdrip+, if you are using iPhone, I recommend shugga. What calibration allows you to do, is insert the values from your glucose meter into the app to make the libre give you results which are more in line with your glucose meter if you are 100% certain that the problem is with the sensor and not with the glucose meter. U might want to consider searching up calibration, there are many groups on Facebook that will help you out
@@gaboshkaboi6885 I refer you back to my initial comment. Those numbers I recited are real. My experience is what I stated. It’s very frustrating to say the least. I have worked with Abbott more than you think, and they are aware of these problems. I will continue working with Abbott, as we are in the same page. GOOD LUCK!
I tried it for the first time 2weelsago. When it was time to change the sensor it did not register the new one. Am really disappointed because the first two weeks was fine. Do I change brands or forget about this?
I used the deck column G7 so I thought I would try the Libra 3 I did not like it there were too many disadvantages you have to check your blood glucose manually by pricking your finger at least once or twice a day it'll ask for the results and if you don't do it the receiver freezes and you cannot get a reading I thought this was redundant as far as placement goes I found other suitable areas that didn't cause any kind of complications I think the back of the arm is really disadvantaged it gets in a way when you're resting reading leaning watching TV or whatever you get bad readings if you put too much pressure on it
Yes, I was surprised to see the results updating every minute without the sensor being manually scanned with my phone. Also, if the sensor lost contact with the phone for several minutes when the connection was re established the missing readings were uploaded. I don't yet know how long the sensor-phone link can be broken before readings are lost, ie. sensor has run out of memory.
I love the freestyle libre BUT I can't get one to stay on my arm for longer then 3 days, Where with the dexcom yes its less Advanced but iv never had one fall of my arm
I was prescribed libre three and found out that it can also read your blood glucose levels. However, can only buy the supplies over the counter or from their website and they want $14.99 for 14 strips!!! no less the pen, the lancets and control solution! Your doctor can’t prescribe them so you can get them through your insurance. Now I see why my insurance only wants to use free style libre products or pay for them because it’s not possible to get them to pay for any of the supplies needed for the readers.!!! Mind you the meter and my sensors were no co-pay for me! I find it quite inaccurate, and I had to use my old tester to get actual blood glucose readings.
Oh yeah some folks really act like they can't do a finger stick sometimes. The commercials have them so conditioned to think it's just horrible to have to do that.
I noticed that there is a different reading from my finger ( old fashioned way) and from the app. My glucose reading is much higher when I check it from my finger.
Que tristeza explican todo sobre el sensor pero nadie instruye COMO DEBE RECICLARSE. El medio ambiente es importantisimo. Gracias x explicar el free Style sensor. Mi esposo lo tiene y he pensado que varia a veces en 2 o 3.un.con el glucometro.
@@Smoshylife They are honing the device in. If it was perfect, it would take the market by storm. I’m saying it’s a good investment. Always needed, always going up.
At last 14 days it is $250 which puts you in your donut hole from your insurance company in about 3 months way too expensive doexpensive does not last but 14 days could not afford to use it
There’s no way to make it non invasive. That tech is still in very early phases. I have a HORRIBLE, crippling fear of needles. It’s silly, even I know that, but whenever I ready myself to put this on, I sweat and get nervous. You don’t feel the filament in your arm, the needle doesn’t even go in all the way. It’s very, very fast and most importantly, painless. This system works.
@@ryandennis2078 couple things with that, it’s sold out everywhere, not worldwide, the app doesn’t work on the US apple store. I’m glad something like that exists but it’s the first of its kind and at this point I don’t see enough data to trust it to give me readings that determine how much of a potentially deadly drug when overused.
I recently began use of the Libre 3 reader and sensors. The fist 2 sets of sensors stopped working after 6 days of use. The battery needs frequent recharging. I spent 45 minutes on the phone with them each time as they required all types of technical and reader information before sending sensor replacement. Their product so far is unreliable and a headache. If the third set of sensors doesn't function as advertised I am giving up on them, even though my Medicare covers it.
Assuming it's the third revision they're demonstrating here? The 1 and 2 have been available for some time. Description also states that "The Freestyle Libre 3 was approved by the FDA in June"...
I worked at Abbott Diabetes for 10 years and was in the CGM group. We did the first two CGM products (Navigator 1 and 2) but during the development of Navigator 2 the team came up with the Flash CGM idea. The intent was to make the product affordable. Once the Bluetooth Low energy came out (2011/2012) the ability to send glucose data to a smart phone was opened up. It's amazing to see how much this technology has helped the diabetic patients. I
Do libre 2 and 3 use bluetooth or NFC?
@AussieDog.How can I get it if I live in Asia?
@@WanidainBelgium Check the Abbott Diabetes Care website to see if it has passed regulatory approval in your country. If the information is not there check the website of your regulatory agency.
@@aussiedog5221 thank you very much.
what is the difference between navigator 1,2 and 3
Since I use an insulin pump, Dexcom is the only way to go. It works perfectly with my Tandem pump. When my blood sugar goes down, Dexcom sends the info to the pump, which stops dispensing insulin. When my blood sugar goes up, the pump responds by dispensing more insulin. It is (very roughly) like the holy grail for type 1 diabetics - a closed loop system. I have been diabetic for 58 years, and I have never felt better.
Honestly I love seeing the improvements. I just wish they would have existed when my dad was around his blood sugar dropping when I was with him was always terrifying to sit through.
But problem is you don't know how many units you need every time.its not good it all
@@user-tk1gg5el5g"its not good at all"
Um...you don't seem to understand. The Tandem uses a computer algorithm to determine how much is needed based on what YOU the patient tells the pump is your correction ratio and what is your carb ratio.
You are right--it's not good at all. It is GREAT.
I have lived with diabetes for 58 years. There is no better system out there today. A couple years from now, who knows--maybe there will be a better system available. Big pharma are working on solutions so that they may make more money from the diabetic patients.
I was so afraid to get on one for the longest time (didn’t want any identifying marks of being diabetic) but the dexcom/tandem duo is unmatched
But honestly by the time it stops dispensing insulin it's much too late and a low is most likely on the horizon. The pumps just aren't for everyone. Paying attention to carb intake and planning ahead are skills every person with diabetes should have.
This is the best thing since sliced bread. It helped me go from an A1c of 7.3 to an A1c of 6.5. As a type 2 for several years, I'm finally able to take control of my diabetes and lower my weight. Thanks for a great product!
Just started using today. I had used the Libre 2 in the past. Somehow I got a phenomenal deal at pharmacy at the local supermarket. They gave me two boxes for $77. My GoodRx showed $142. I'm on Medicare with Type 2. Do not administer Insulin. Just take Jardiance. Don't know if I will ever get that deal again but now have sensors that will cover me two months. I was using finger sticks. More accurate. Before I would just buy a Libre 2 every couple of months to get an idea of my blood sugar on a daily basis instead of using a finger sticks when I had a high carb meal to see what it would top out at. Being able to see the track of my glucose on a minute by minute basis is really good. And the best part is not having to hold the phone next to the sensor to know your glucose reading
Yes the Libre 3 is terrific, easy to apply, easy to takevoff. Provides valuable feed back.
I'm age 66 and Type 2 diabetic diagnosed about ten years. My average score is down from 148 to 137, had gone lower. My GMI is down from 7.0 to 6.6. Makes me conscious of not eating cookies, bread, pastries that raise my scores. Had one night score dropp to 52 and alarm went off, didnt feel anything, ate something.
Overall wish I had started using a sensor charting blood glucose much earlier. Highly recommend this.
Had initial concerns that alarms would go off when in a meeting or church. Turned off alarms except for less than 55 glucose score, graphs show my score can drop quickly, need to monitor to know when to eat a snack.
Can use further help on how to interpret the graphs, diet, finding alternative foods to favorites which raise score.
One limitation is freestyle libre 3 doesnt appear to work on Samsung 24 ultra, it does work on Samsung Ultra 23. Fortunately I kept me 23 when I recently upgraded.
The guy who made this works in my department. It's cool to know he was right down the hall from where I take classes.
Ask him to work on getting the accuracy improved. Most often my sensors are 20-60 points off from a stick reading. Thanks.
@@brentolsen8263 I’ve never met him, but if I do I’ll pass on the message.
I don't have diabetes, but this was still informative and interesting to watch. Great job!
Radiation is not a good thing though
@@rosiekrupp Relevancy?
@slesperado Why not? Its cool to have Diabetes. At least you have people who show pity for you. :)
A friend of mine was on the Libre 1 for 18 months and she said it was amazing...unfortunately the price is the stumbling block with regards this brilliant product. Elon Musk should have invested in this before investing in Twitter. The World would have praised him.
They only invest in wars, unfortunately.
Using the Libre 3 with Afrezza (Inhaled Insulin) I can manage my BG in REAL TIME. I take Afrezza at the beginning of my meal and it starts working in 3 minutes. It instantly shuts down the glucose that my liver releases and it's out of my body in 90 minutes. It's remarkable and thanks to Libre 3 my A1C and TIR (Time in Range) is amazing.
Libre 3 is very good, been using it 3 months very accurate
How do I Bluetooth it, would not work for my son, kept getting error messages. Should I put it on the side of his arm or back of his arm,could you please give me a step by step on how to connect the phone and it says unavailable alarm
It's sickening the amount of profit these companies make from people's illnesses.
I used to use the libre and libre 2, they almost were never accurate and gave me a lot of stress
It is true, currently a French company is working on the manufacture of a watch that will be able to take blood glucose measurements in real time, its cost is estimated at €200. And I thought wow finally a device that doesn't need a constant spending of money. however you need a chip which costs $100 and needs to be replaced monthly!
Especially because Type IIs can reverse their condition with diet and no longer be diabetes customers.
Finally, an honest comment! It is sickening they are filthy rich on people's ailments that struggle to afford just one of these devices.
They don't work in cure
Hve been using this in India already for last 6 months - thanks to health fitness tech startups for their health apps 😎
Hi Lucky, which app are you using to monitor?
Sir I want your contact number to seek some help, to learn it's useful information and pricing in India.
Hi please share links to buy
I’ve had T1D for 25 years too and I love my Libre 2. Gotta try Libre 3.
I just got it a few days ago and it is a game changer, dream come true
Yeah, I started wearing the Libre 3 sensor six days ago and yeah, it is discrete and easy to use. Though I don't have Diabetes, I find the Glucose monitor extremely helpful. The Bluetooth connectivity has been fantastic and I am very lucky to not have to tap my phone to my arm throughout the day. The small size is wonderful for sleeping, daily life, showering, and workout out. Yeah, the graphs changes you recommended were spot on and Libre still needs to make app changes as of 03/04/2024.
How many days does the sensor last?
Hello Peter! I'm a grad student working on Biowearables/CGM. I am looking to interview a few people to know about their experience with these products. Could you please help me? Your feedback is invaluable for my research. Thank you
@@ChankiRymbai 14 days
I have the Libre 3 and it cost me $40 a Sensor and I work for the government And have great Federal Insurance. Bottom line I do like it, because no more 7 times a day checking.
So it costs $40 every 14 days you're saying? That's too high for many people unfortunately.
@@MJ-gj6mjthats if the product lasts 14 days. It will most likely fail before due to manufacturing issues.
Wrong termination state, design flaws etc. huge company and theyre a joke
I used the Freestyle Libre 14 day. I used 4 out of 6 boxes prescribed to me and paid by BlueCross. I had high hopes after listening to these promotion videos. My experience is that it was very inaccurate and worthless. They were on the average 30 to 50 points off all of the time. Now I hear others saying the same. What a rip off they are. You know that 4 grams of carbs = 1 teaspoon of sugar. Do the math and save your money. I hope in the future they get better. Good luck.
I am using 3 for 2 weeks
I had to replaced 3 sensors in 2 weeks
They just fall off. And when they are on the arm or the bottom of the arm it doesn’t give the read when I need it.
I like 2 better . Not very accurate but it at least have some idea .!
@@afshanvastani4944also they probably ended up faulting earlier than expected. Massive failure in the setup of these products. Abbott are a joke mate.
You should see how much they hide when they get audited by the fda and such. Its hilarious
JUST FYI. I was told by a Abbott customer Rep that it HAS to be in the back of the arm, not in the side of the arm. If it defaults or is defective and the sensor is in the middle of the arm, it wont be replaced.
I was told this also.
the fact that CNBC is advertising the device, it made me quite suspicious about it.
It was a review, not an advert. I've used one of these things before, a v1.0, and it was pretty good, but they're expensive to pay for privately. Here in the uk it is difficult to get them on prescription, so I would have to pay myself if I wanted to use them. The reason I tried one, is because I was offered a trial by my local diabetic specialist hospital, for the purpose of gathering real world user data for the company.
These things are a godsend for busy, working people, especially people who do jobs operating machinery or vehicles, where for both reasons of safety and practicality, they cannot continually stop and measure their blood glucose level in the traditional way. Having an early warning of falling bg level is really valuable.
I found this really interesting, because I wasn't aware that Abbot had released newer versions of something that I've tried before. One day, in the future, I may opt to use it, if it becomes cheaper.
I am confident that Erin/CNBC would disclose anything that affected their impartiality on this matter, because they are obliged to. Because there are so few companies making these things worldwide, they tend to be in very short supply, so there are no generous 'freebies' or 'sponsorships' floating around.
The company that makes these, Abbot, is local to me, about 12 miles away, and my specialist diabetic clinic in Oxford is one of the leading research centres in Europe, but even they cannot get a plentiful or cheap supply of these things. For the individual, very strict criteria apply here, and I certainly couldn't get any free or subsidised, even though I was a recently diagnosed, active adult.
So I think you can allay your suspicion.
The worldwide type 1 community is, thankfully, very small, but it's a tough condition to live with, and if someone like Erin reviews something like this, then it's entirely because she wants to share potentially valuable information with this community, not benefit from any scummy 'sponsorship'.
Richard, type 1, diagnosed October 2018.
The lady installed the sensor on the side of her arm. Abbott recommends the back of your arm. Not sure if that affects the accuracy of the sensor, but it does make it more vulnerable to bumps possibly dislodging your sensor. Libre 3 sensor adhesive does get a lot of complaints about coming loose, especially if exposed to water or sweat. Mine came off after 4 days the day after I did a lot of outdoor work while sweating profusely. There are overlay patches that will help the sensor to adhere in more severe conditions.
My freestyle Libre 3 have stayed on wo problem for 5 weeks now.
It's Crazy you need a precription to get one of these. Could help and prevent Diabetics from developing in anyone.
Wow! You’re right. Healthy people could learn and completely avoid it. 😆
So true! I was stuck for the longest trying to find a new doctor because my older one stopped taking my insurance and boy wasn’t it stressful trying to get a prescription for any of my diabetic supplies including my Dexcom! They make it so hard for us that may need it in emergency situations. 🥺❤️
What a valid point! Just learning how specific foods impact glucose levels could really help people make informed decisions and possibly avoid becoming diabetic (atleast in the case of Type 2)
My insurance said it's not medically necessary. The purpose is to help bring down theA1c. I will never understand how the insurance world works.
I have used the freestyle libre 2 System, I will never rely on these things. They don't give accurate readings. They fall off easy too, not a good match at all for busy, sweaty patients either. Further more you'll also have to invest in buying an additional product in order to keep them from falling off. Which in my opinion should be provided already in the kit for installation of the sensor. I also recently went to my doctor for my current A1C and it was way worse after trusting these sensors and system made by freestyle libre 2. Also if you want to use your cell phone vs the sensor scanner, the app is only for apple phone users, not compatible with Android phones. I called the company and they do offer replacement of the malfunctioning of their sensors, but I can't trust them anyhow, as it had brought my health and A1C to a level that's higher than it was, while I was using my regular finger stick. The slightest shifting of the season affects the function of their sensors. Inaccurate reading lead me to believe I was having low glucose readings. I addition if you don't recognize your symptoms keep your regular finger stick to double check the inaccuracy of these sensors. They are junk in my opinion as far as my health and diabetes health.
I have the Libre 3 and the app on an Android phone.
Found that both the 1 and 2 almost always fail before the end of the 14 days. There is an Android app, but it seems to be worse than on iPhones (former having issues to get it to scan, and often having "phantom" scans afterwards).
Hi, just wanted to say I can totally agree with everything you've said! It seems to be the unpopular opinion but that was our experience as well. Haven't had good luck with these things on seniors either, it was actually much more difficult to manage. The low alarm would sound and I'd be waking people up to get them juice but it wasn't even low! Happened personally as well just overall not a good product at this point in time. Could be but isn't there yet.
Omg! My husband is experienced the exact same thing! Low glucose in the night so he kept drinking apple juice. After the doctor did his A1C his glucose was the highest its ever been!! We're left wondering why so many people have success using this and he's seems to be the odd case. Thanks for sharing!
The Libre 2 is very specific on where it is to be applied 'underside of arm '. Either the application is different for the 3, or the person featured installed it incorrectly.
I have a libre 2 and I was thinking the same thing.
and in times of rapid change there is a lag in readings...that's a known thing
Hopefully it will work better than the 2 it’s horrible always off by 10-15. Then the sensor can only go on the arm .. bummer I was so over that for my mom. Dexcom is AMAZING
@@benjaminhambright exactly! The fluid in the skin lags behind the readings in the blood. But they will end up in the same place eventually. I'm excited to pick up my libre 3 today. Changing over from the 2. Which I've used for only a month now
I only wear my on my belly like Dexcom
Did I hear this correctly that it is going to be by prescription only? This is a very bad idea for people who do not have insurance coverage. Not only are the prices higher for the sensor on a prescription but now I would have to pay the prescription fee too. In Canada, this is a $20.00 difference from if I just buy the sensor over the counter. This could discourage some that can not affors this extra cost every two weeks.
In the US they're around $45 every 14 days with insurance coverage. Most plans don't pay fully for them at all. It's far too high and any just cannot afford that extra amount out of pocket. They pharmacy told us it was $75 every 14 days without insurance.
Why would you need this if youre not diabetic? Hence why the prescription requirement
I have type 2 diabetes it’s very hard for me to get rid of I have been using Libre2 and it’s a life saver compared pricking my finger everytime
Please watch Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Robert Lustig. You can reverse your condition through diet.
Exercise that provides sweating is needed. Just as athletes who are very fit, sweat a lot.
I never saw the issue with the finger sticks....a little inconvenient but so is having a tacky white sensor on your arm in a dress with an alarm that can't be silenced and interrupts business meetings.
@@MJ-gj6mj you can opt to turn off the alarms but the benefit of having one is being able to scan as many times as you want to make sure your in the green and iv been in red danger zone a few times so it was a life saver
Libre2 is faulty and variances are wide range from 20-60. Always alarmed and fingerstick was normal. Will not use anymore sensors. Sensors also have been defective.
My libre 3 is off by almost 30 points.
@marvinwhisman3333 i just started with my first patch and it told be I was in the 60s but a finger stick showed me at 80!
Been having alot of sensor problems. I love it when it works.
Needing to learn this system as it’s been ‘highly’ recommended from my medical professionals…. This is the one that has been suggested!!!
Don't forget there is a considerable amount of signal loss due to not scanning unless the phone is just a few feet away from you all the time. Also wear the sensor on your inner arm not the outside as you will not then suffer from compression issues when asleep or knock it on a door frame.
I'm super excited to see the review on the new "iwatch". Didn't even know they announced anything.
Hahaha dude... That's the only thing I got from this video! 😂
this device could work forever with a battery, without having to replace it every two weeks, the greed and avarice of the companies is always more.
It does have a battery.
It is the blood sensor under the skin that limits the time. Sensor degradation under the skin.
Next question is how long will it take Medicare to approve payment for them. It took nearly a year for the Libre 1 and 2..
Still not covered here....for Medicare and Mdeicaid patients. Two populations that could absolutely use the technology.
Using Advantage plans of Supplemental plan thru an insurance company?
@1:40 Imagine a video being made about a product and then not even placing the product in the proper area.
My dad is diabetic and when I showed him this he is like "Pfft that thing cannot read blood sugar readings right"
Nothing minus finger pricking can be near perfectly accurate. This glucose monitor is accurate enough to make treatment decisions without the need of pricking your finger (most of the time).
No CGM's read blood. CGM works through a tiny sensor inserted under your skin, usually on your belly or arm. The sensor measures your interstitial glucose level, which is the glucose found in the fluid between the cells.
@@bendino9016 My dad would be proud of that. 💕
@@benjaminhambrightOr, wild idea here....her Dad could eat better and add exercise and also live super long regardless of any sensors or finger sticks he chooses to use! 😮
If you are using the old style to check your blood and you switch to these type.Make a comparison between the two.The old style is more accurate than the new one.
Thank you for sharing. I was prescribed the Freestyle Libre 3.
I'm not diabetic and I've used the FreeStyle Libre through Levels Health. I wish it was cheaper or covered by insurance. It's $200/month. I'm trying to prevent diabetes. But doctors roll their eyes when they hear that. They would rather me have diabetes. 🤦♀️
They want all the money that’s why….. I’m so glad my insurance just covers my sensors cuz it is a bought 200$ a month
I want to get one, too, to observe what happens when I eat different foods. It’s a good lesson for anyone who wants to avoid developing metabolic syndrome and diabetes. I guess I’d only need to use it for the two weeks.
The eye roll from the Dr! Yep....When I went in for a check up and all of my numbers had improved from A1C values to weight, cholesterol everything, they asked what I was doing? I said eating a Mediterranean based diet and exercising more. He rolled his eyes and says, "well you need carbs!" I said well a Mediterranean diet isn't without carbs all together, it's a balanced approach. It improved my physical, mental and emotional states. I felt healthy and the numbers proved I was but that really bothered the Dr that I hadn't declined and needed to be put on medications.
Find another doctor.
It's not discreet the entire summer long 😒 Bathing suits, tanks, dresses etc. If you're a swimmer throughout the year, you'd have to purchase additional coverings for the device. Every cover has messed up readings and they're large on the arm vs the size of the actual sensor. Speaking of discrete...why are these sensors only in one shade? 🤔
Make it little less expensive.
One key point that shoulda been in it to educate non chm users - its not actually comparing blood glucose so the numbers don’t need to “match” …. I love mine even with its faults.
my pharmacy accidentally gave me the Libre 3 , I have been using Libre 2 for over 3 years they are completely different !!! I was completely confused and the Libre 3 support line team were the worst they could care less and actually confirmed they could care less about loyalty to the Company or the product. Libre 2 is so much more convenient with the ability to have voice and real time readings.
maybe if the support team for Libre 3 had an ounce of empathy they would have been kind enough to explain the new device.
are they only for type I or can type II use any libre 1,2 or 3?
@@dennismcg1009I'm type 2 and have used the sensors for over a year
They're too expensive for No insurance company will cover this
I wonder if Dexcom's G7 (isn't that their next generation product) will be wayyy better? Dexcom's current version is already better, I feel.
@@bendino9016 The G7's sensor will be more like the Libre 3's size. It will also be more likely to be covered by Medicare as Dexcom will make an optional G7 receiver (like the G6), which will be mandatory for Medicare as it only covers glucose monitoring supplies tied to "durable medical equipment" (traditional glucometers, G6 & G7 receivers, older Libre readers, Medtronic insulin pumps) or an office procedure (Eversense). The Libre 3 is currently ineligible for Medicare because it's read ONLY by a smartphone app; smartphones do not meet the legal definition of DME as they're primarily non-medical.
The G7 sensor is a bit bigger and a bit less accurate. But DexCom CGMs are better at sending data to pumps and watches. I think the G7 sensor is rated for 10 days. In truth the Libre 3 and G7 will be comparable. Dexcom claims that the price point will be the same as the Libre 3. It's good to have competition between these two companies...keeps them on their toes.
Well it should be wayyyy better, Dexcom costs wayyyy more. Unless Medicaid and Medicare is willing to cover completely, the most vulnerable populations will once again go without this technology.
I’m a new user of Dexcom G7 and over the last few days it’s been off. I also have the pogo automatic and Touch one - which show more accurate numbers. I will probably stop using Dexcom G7 after my last sensor.
I think Abbott should hire me throwing a temper tantrum like a 5-year-old who hasn't had a nappy trying to set this thing up😂🤣😂🤣 We will see. And you only get two sensors??? Oh boy.
Attending a medical congress about DM and the usage of real time CGM
My first day knowing I'm a diabetic. My doctor gave me Libre 3 to try it. She even helped me implant it. However, when I got home and started the set up, my phone was not compatible with the app. I have been wanting to upgrade phones anyway, but my question is, which phone do you recommend?
I highly recommend iPhone 12 pro max or higher (13-14). I just started using it and it work good.
Shame it only lasts 14 days, I'm sure Abbott has the technology to increase the range but profit
Actually, 14 days is pretty good. When I started on CGM, i used the Abbott Navigator, for which the sensors only lasted 5 days. Dexcom sensors last ten days.
They do have CGMs that last 6 months but they require to be placed underneath the skin so it requires a Dr to change it out twice a year.
For such small battery 14 days sounds like a great compromise.
@@makatron Are you sure it even has a battery? It might be, that it uses a energy harvesting device that uses the electromagnetic radition to power itself.
@@xxxy912 gotta have some sort of on board energy for the sensors to work, but here they don't mention any kind of coil or anything for charging. As I'm not diabetic I have zero idea about it.
this is the 3rd time in 2 weeks the application shut down. This isn't very pleasant because every 3-7 days I got 1 day off. That means we are paying more for nothing but also that Abbott has not had capable people servicing it.
The help desk is very kind but gets lenient when announcing this interruption.
The web is plenty of these complaints.
It would be best if you did something to fix the app.
Regards
Bogdan
Just picked mine up yesterday. My sensor gave wonky readings through the first 16 hours and is slowly getting more accurate (at hour 13 it said I was at 50 while my regular meter said read 136!.) I also am stuck using their reader because my Samsung A14 phone isn't supported. Not quite the smooth transition I had hoped for.
It's about money not thinking of the people
@@benjaminhambrightYou've been using it because you're privileged enough to be able to afford it and access it. Don't disagree with others tlakogn about it will save lives because you aren't the one paying for their supplies!!
If only the introduction was quicker in the smaller markets like Australia
Will they stay on if i go to the gym and do exercises like curls or triceps work?
Now combine this into an all-in-one blood-sugar detection and insulin dispensing system through the human skin and it could revolutionize how diabetes is treated.
It exists. I have it. Dexcom + Tandem pump. And yes, it is revolutionary. I have never felt better.
@@benjaminhambright Q were you already on a relationship for the 20 years you've had diabetes? Just curious because the pump/cgm combo just seems like something I wouldn't want to have on in the dating world.
Many insurance wont cover and I can't afford supplies. These are for rich non diabetics who can afford to micro manage their diet while type ones die
Not a fan of free style . My numbers are always 60 points off . Dexcom g6 is way better . No issues and sometimes , only off about 10 points
My experience with this is that the sensor is more inaccurate than it is accurate. I have had so many replacements for inaccurate sensors than good ones. I do not trust these sensors at all. Therefore I still stick when I feel like the reading is wrong. When I check by stick readings from the sensor range from within a few points to 60 points higher. It’s very frustrating to me. However I continue to use them because of the convenience and when I run into a consistent inaccurate sensor I call abbot and they send a replacement. I’m hopeful they will work toward better accuracy. Best stick if you want to know true numbers!
My accuracy with them is actually perfect. Never had a single inaccurate sensor. Don’t forget that the vast majority of glucose meters tend to actually be more inaccurate than the libre sensor, so if your finger stick result is different to your libre it might be the reason why. Having more faulty sensors than functioning ones is very unusual, so I’m assuming that either your glucose meter is not of an accurate type or that you might be inserting it wrong. U might want to consider looking into it 🙂
@@gaboshkaboi6885 if what your saying is true, I would have been informed/advised by Abbott, as to what your saying. My finger stick kit is Abbott as well. Furthermore, Abbott suggests that when in doubt stick for accuracy, so I’m uncertain as to your claim that stick is more inaccurate than accurate. I have had many discussions with Abbott, and they have not suggested or even assumed what your saying. If you don’t stick, then I’m sure your spot on with your accuracy claim.
@@brentolsen8263 personally, I found the abott glucose meters to be inaccurate. Their CGM is more accurate in my experience. I found the contour next one and accu check guide to be the most accurate glucose meters (at least out of the ones available in Australia). With that said, any glucose meter can be up to 15% plus or minus of actual blood glucose which is important to keep in mind. When In doubt, you should confirm with a finger stick because even though the CGMs are accurate, they are susceptible to issues like compression loads and dehydration which can effect results. The reason double checking with a glucose meter is recommended is because there is a delay between readings of CGM and actual readings due to the fact they don’t use blood. Also having two devices that show the same results is reassuring. Even if you have multiple glucose meters of the exact same model and you use the same blood drop, they will all show you a slightly different result. The higher the blood glucose, the greater that difference will be. As far as I know, most glucose meters are generally ok between 4-7 mol but higher than that and they start being more off. If you do get an accurate glucose meter, and your sensor is still way off, it might be that the sensors are far more inaccurate for you because biological factors like dehydration or access of vitamin c in blood which can affect readings. Personally, every sensor I had so far (been using libre for 3 years) has worked great and was generally accurate. I should also mention, that if you are using libre, you can download a 3rd party app that allows you to calibrate to significantly improve accuracy. If you are using android, I recommend xdrip+, if you are using iPhone, I recommend shugga. What calibration allows you to do, is insert the values from your glucose meter into the app to make the libre give you results which are more in line with your glucose meter if you are 100% certain that the problem is with the sensor and not with the glucose meter. U might want to consider searching up calibration, there are many groups on Facebook that will help you out
@@gaboshkaboi6885 I refer you back to my initial comment. Those numbers I recited are real. My experience is what I stated. It’s very frustrating to say the least. I have worked with Abbott more than you think, and they are aware of these problems.
I will continue working with Abbott, as we are in the same page. GOOD LUCK!
@@brentolsen8263 do what you want. I just recommended you calibrate it as it increases accuracy. No need to get offended.
I wish this device was available in Algeria. My husband suffers from diabetes and insulin indiscipline. It affected him greatly
Yes you can try the pharmacist in Algeria 🇩🇿 100/100 £££££
The problem I have with the dexcom, is that it falls off after a few days Or if I hit it wrong
You can by some clear sticks that can go over it off Amazon there great
I tried it for the first time 2weelsago. When it was time to change the sensor it did not register the new one. Am really disappointed because the first two weeks was fine. Do I change brands or forget about this?
I used the deck column G7 so I thought I would try the Libra 3 I did not like it there were too many disadvantages you have to check your blood glucose manually by pricking your finger at least once or twice a day it'll ask for the results and if you don't do it the receiver freezes and you cannot get a reading I thought this was redundant as far as placement goes I found other suitable areas that didn't cause any kind of complications I think the back of the arm is really disadvantaged it gets in a way when you're resting reading leaning watching TV or whatever you get bad readings if you put too much pressure on it
The Libre is now compatible with the tandem insulin pump
The libre 2 has gotten a free update making it communicate over bluetooth with a phone to transfer blood glucose levels without scanning
Yes, I was surprised to see the results updating every minute without the sensor being manually scanned with my phone. Also, if the sensor lost contact with the phone for several minutes when the connection was re established the missing readings were uploaded. I don't yet know how long the sensor-phone link can be broken before readings are lost, ie. sensor has run out of memory.
I love the freestyle libre BUT I can't get one to stay on my arm for longer then 3 days, Where with the dexcom yes its less Advanced but iv never had one fall of my arm
I just got mine yesterday, and it already ripped off! I don’t know how she’s saying the adhesive stuck for a full 2 weeks 🙄
@@Jules92040 I just got mine and have gone through 3 that won’t stay. 3rd with additional bandage. Very frustrating
What happens after the 14 days? Must one make another purchase?
Yes. The alternative is finger sticks with a separate sensor.
Is the meter only used for test strips
Americans need to start working out and eating healthier. PERIOD
What does this comment have to do with someone who has type 1 diabetes? You can be fit and active and still have diabetes
It's true...and even Type 1 can still benefit from a healthy lifestyle. No need for folks to get so defensive.
I didn’t like mine at all! I had three fall off. I used 5. I cancelled mine. Hope to try Dexcon 7
Thanks for the useful vid for diabetics!!❤
I've had a few Libre 3 sensors that were often off by 40 points. And it's never right on when first applied.
I was prescribed libre three and found out that it can also read your blood glucose levels. However, can only buy the supplies over the counter or from their website and they want $14.99 for 14 strips!!! no less the pen, the lancets and control solution! Your doctor can’t prescribe them so you can get them through your insurance. Now I see why my insurance only wants to use free style libre products or pay for them because it’s not possible to get them to pay for any of the supplies needed for the readers.!!! Mind you the meter and my sensors were no co-pay for me! I find it quite inaccurate, and I had to use my old tester to get actual blood glucose readings.
Plz let me know it’s painful or no
And there is any needle in it to put inside plz let me know thanks
I'm actually surprised that only 11% of Americans have diabetes considering close to 40% are suffering from obesity.
Thank you for this review
Love Libre 3 and I’ve noticed the placement matters..
You showed some more flexible/advanced graphs and reporting in your video. I assume that was on your computer? How do you access that?
Their convenience causes patients to become over reliant. I've had people blow up in face when an older model wasn't in stock once.
Iktob bi al3arabiya
Oh yeah some folks really act like they can't do a finger stick sometimes. The commercials have them so conditioned to think it's just horrible to have to do that.
Why not show libre2 sensor to compare and increase to 28 days as an option!
THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟 DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜
I noticed that there is a different reading from my finger ( old fashioned way) and from the app. My glucose reading is much higher when I check it from my finger.
why I can not zoom in ? Why I can't move the dot to see previous hours . This is simple request . Medtronic has this for years .
Que tristeza explican todo sobre el sensor pero nadie instruye COMO DEBE RECICLARSE. El medio ambiente es importantisimo. Gracias x explicar el free Style sensor. Mi esposo lo tiene y he pensado que varia a veces en 2 o 3.un.con el glucometro.
Abbot does have a recycling program for the sensors. They can send to you.
For how many days this sensor works???
This CGM works for 14 days
So what I would like to know is what is more accurate, freestyle libre 3 or present dexcom?
Very helpful information. Thank you,
But my dad told me that “The stuff on FreeStyle Libre isn’t accurate.”
The battery only last two weeks. I wish I could use it all year instead of using the Freestyle blood Glucose monitoring system.
I miss you La Mega
Sounds like a good investment. There’s always going to be someone with diabetes. And if not diabetes, then just monitoring one’s active health.
Not really if it’s reading 50 points off. That can be life or death
@@Smoshylife They are honing the device in. If it was perfect, it would take the market by storm. I’m saying it’s a good investment. Always needed, always going up.
@@alexshank1414 And I'm saying its a waste of money. I dont expect it to be perfect, but 50 points is unacceptable
At last 14 days it is $250 which puts you in your donut hole from your insurance company in about 3 months way too expensive doexpensive does not last but 14 days could not afford to use it
But what is the data risk? Are they collecting data? If so why? What are the plans for the data?
This product ain’t for you grandpa
Does anyone know if it hurts when the needle goes in?
Sometimes it can hurt however it is quick and mostly painless
they never clarify the needle. people have lied that it's needleless
there is no needle in your skin after the placement, the needle is only used for the placement-process
@@xxxy912 so there is something under the skin
There’s no way to make it non invasive. That tech is still in very early phases. I have a HORRIBLE, crippling fear of needles. It’s silly, even I know that, but whenever I ready myself to put this on, I sweat and get nervous. You don’t feel the filament in your arm, the needle doesn’t even go in all the way. It’s very, very fast and most importantly, painless. This system works.
@@LightbornCastles Eyva
@@ryandennis2078 couple things with that, it’s sold out everywhere, not worldwide, the app doesn’t work on the US apple store. I’m glad something like that exists but it’s the first of its kind and at this point I don’t see enough data to trust it to give me readings that determine how much of a potentially deadly drug when overused.
I recently began use of the Libre 3 reader and sensors. The fist 2 sets of sensors stopped working after 6 days of use. The battery needs frequent recharging. I spent 45 minutes on the phone with them each time as they required all types of technical and reader information before sending sensor replacement. Their product so far is unreliable and a headache. If the third set of sensors doesn't function as advertised I am giving up on them, even though my Medicare covers it.
And how much will theses cost
So does the Libre 3 come with a sensor? I can’t find out anywhere. I don’t want to have to be online to use a cgm
My moms had that in the uk for about 2 years, why is it only just been promoted?
Assuming it's the third revision they're demonstrating here? The 1 and 2 have been available for some time. Description also states that "The Freestyle Libre 3 was approved by the FDA in June"...
Can you put the sensor in another part of your body?
The question for you Do you have a problem getting hold of Freestyle 3 hotline or text
Does it store information? I ask this because in my job I can only get to my phone every 4 hours
What difference sensor 2 n 3?