Ive got a Dexcom Seven Plus that is pretty much brand new that is just sitting in my drawer. I ended up getting a Medtronic paradigm pump that has the CGM built in. If anyone would like it please message me. It works perfect I just upgraded to my new pump and no longer need it.
@boutwell719 Yes I do. Have a few others that want it too. But ive been busy lately. Hopefully ill remember to let you know if I still have it after I get in touch with them.
Hi Bernard! It's Windy. I just started using my Seven Plus today. So far, I see huge improvements from the Seven model. This video was very helpful, so thank you. I was wondering if you have ever tried to use Tagaderm covers as to get the adhesive sensors to stay attached well longer... and if you have, does it effect the reception at all from the sensor to the receiver. Thanks!!
I used mine for months and then gave up on it. It is to big and its football shape make it hard to carry. The case it comes with is a joke. No volume control for the alarms. Not happy with it at all.
dimitmant I also replied on my blog to your comment. The Dexcom works really well for me about 95% of the time. Sometimes (about 1-2 times per month) I'll get a false hi. More often (4-5 times per month) I won't get a warning about a low.
But it sure beats using a meter for me. I have not tried the two other CGMs so I can't tell you if I think they're better. I hope you can find one that works for you.
dimitmant I have been a Dexcom since March 2007, that's three changes to their software. It's been working mostly well for me and for many of my friends that are users.
As I said before, CGM is an imperfect technology, just like meters and pumps. Did you get a chance yet to try a different CGM? Of folks I know, the Freestyle seems to work very well.
Ive got a Dexcom Seven Plus that is pretty much brand new that is just sitting in my drawer. I ended up getting a Medtronic paradigm pump that has the CGM built in. If anyone would like it please message me. It works perfect I just upgraded to my new pump and no longer need it.
popwarhomie 1 year ago
@popwarhomie do you still have the seven plus?
boutwell719 11 months ago
@boutwell719 Yes I do. Have a few others that want it too. But ive been busy lately. Hopefully ill remember to let you know if I still have it after I get in touch with them.
popwarhomie 11 months ago
@popwarhomie
can you tell me how much the dexcom 7plus costs and how much the sensors are. currently using medtronic but might want to try the dexcom
ptbusa 3 months ago
Hi Bernard! It's Windy. I just started using my Seven Plus today. So far, I see huge improvements from the Seven model. This video was very helpful, so thank you. I was wondering if you have ever tried to use Tagaderm covers as to get the adhesive sensors to stay attached well longer... and if you have, does it effect the reception at all from the sensor to the receiver. Thanks!!
Pianokeeyz 1 year ago
HOw much did it cost you every month?
Spbeyond 1 year ago
@Spbeyond When insurance didn't cover it in 2007, it was about $220 per month. Now insurance covers it, cost is closer to $25 per month in copays.
bernfarr 1 year ago
I used mine for months and then gave up on it. It is to big and its football shape make it hard to carry. The case it comes with is a joke. No volume control for the alarms. Not happy with it at all.
zmanatvs 1 year ago
I don't blame you, the size is monstrous. I'm hoping they'll make it smaller and provide more alarm customization in the future.
Despite that I've found it really helps me with my BG control. My most recent A1C was 6.4% Before I started on the Dexcom, my A1C was in the 8s.
bernfarr 1 year ago
Do not buy this device. It is always off!
dimitmant 2 years ago
dimitmant I also replied on my blog to your comment. The Dexcom works really well for me about 95% of the time. Sometimes (about 1-2 times per month) I'll get a false hi. More often (4-5 times per month) I won't get a warning about a low.
But it sure beats using a meter for me. I have not tried the two other CGMs so I can't tell you if I think they're better. I hope you can find one that works for you.
bernfarr 2 years ago
i know 9 people that have it. 7 stopped using it. Hope you do not end up in trouble. Good luck
dimitmant 2 years ago
dimitmant I have been a Dexcom since March 2007, that's three changes to their software. It's been working mostly well for me and for many of my friends that are users.
As I said before, CGM is an imperfect technology, just like meters and pumps. Did you get a chance yet to try a different CGM? Of folks I know, the Freestyle seems to work very well.
bernfarr 2 years ago
Great video as always, Bernard! Would you consider adding it to TuDiabetes?
tudiabetes 2 years ago
I just did under my videos on TuDiabetes.
bernfarr 2 years ago