Irritation around CMG site
I have been pumping a little over a year now. I love the improvements in control and the alerts and info provided by the CGM. I have no trouble with the skin around the infusion site, but have had severe itching and a rash involving tiny blisters (that eventually scab when the film is removed and take a long time to heal) under the CGM film since the very beginning. I've tried every different film and barrier wipe I can find, but am somewhat limited by the fact that vision problems and neuropathy in my fingers makes dealing with films without a frame difficult. While Bard wipes and Tegaderm HP seem to work best, the itching and rash are still a problem. I am still seeking a solution. Any suggestions out there?
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Permalink Reply by Spock on -
I use the film, but not the barrier wipes. I use those wipes for the pump, but alcohol pads only for the CGM. Also, you can use anything to keep the transmitter in place--tape, band aids, etc. Try not using the barrier wipes; I never have had any problems with just alcohol and have used a CGM over 4 years now.
Good luck!
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Permalink Reply by Mary Jo on -
Thanks for the suggestion about no barrier wipes. Those were the first thing my team added when the itching started last year. And I must admit I have given some thought to only using the film when showering (and then being very careful that I don't somehow jostle the sensor loose).
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Permalink Reply by Capin101 on
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The rash sounds like it is likely an allergic reaction? I have a few suggestions that may or may not help. I use Opsite Flexfix and have no problems with it. A different product on your skin may not cause this adverse reaction.
I also remember a blog (6 until me) was developing a reaction to her Dexcom sensor. She helped convince her medical team to prescribe her a prescription steriod inhaler. http://sixuntilme.com/blog2/2012/11/dexcom_rash_swinging_for_the_f..... If your rash is causing you enough problems, then it may be worth discussing someting like this with your medical team?
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Permalink Reply by Mary Jo on
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My internist, my endo and my CDE (my endo's wife, both Type 1s themselves) all agree that it is probably an allergy. I can take a Benedryl and knock myself out, I can take a hydroxyz and the same thing happens, or I can take half a pill, which eases the itching but doesn't eliminate it entirely. I am, however, reluctant to add one more pill to my already-lengthy list. And it's been discussed with my medical team so much I expect they are all tired of hearing about it. And no matter what I do, my skin still looks awful--clumps of red around the edges of where the film was placed and some scabbing. Thanks for responding, though.
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