This newest iteration of the Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System features a slimmer profile, 10-day sensor wear and no requirement for calibrations with a finger stick. I’ve been using the system for 20 days now, having recently completed my second sensor.
How To Use Dexcom G6?
Application: There was an important first step where I had to input a code printed on the back of my sensor into the G6 app on my phone to proceed without the need for any calibrations.
The sensors now come encased in a one touch insertion device. I was admittedly a little nervous about this. I prefer manual inserts where I can, as it gives me a lot more confidence that everything has gone in correctly and I haven’t bruised my precious real estate. That being said, insertion was so much simpler and quicker than its predecessor. All I had to do was stick the sensor onto my skin, remove the safety lock and press the orange button.
Components
Transmitter: The G6 transmitter sits on top of the sensor and sends blood glucose readings to the Dexcom G6 app on my phone every five minutes via Bluetooth. The transmitter features a much slimmer profile than the G5, and I definitely noticed an improvement while I was sitting on the couch or laying in bed. Transmitters are a costly component of running a CGM, and I would have liked to see this last longer than three months.
Sensor wear: I’m always wanting to get more out of my diabetes gear, so it’s good to see that G6 sensors are now approved for 10-day wear. Although as someone who tries to line most of my diabetes tasks up with the weekend, 10 days is admittedly inconvenient. Saturday, next Tuesday, the following Friday.
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