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Permalink Reply by ATRannals on April 16, 2012 at 7:42pm

What are the improvements coming in the Dexcom next generation sensor? Are there any improvements coming in the receiver as well?

Just curious,

Alan

Permalink Reply by NatalieHodge on April 25, 2012 at 9:24am

Not sure, they are all hush hush, they are using in europe however, so you'd think we could track down some website, I think they call it the G4 in the animas vibe... ( so It doesn't actually have a controller)

Permalink Reply by Laddie on April 25, 2012 at 6:22pm

My understanding from a very reliable source is that the next generation receiver will be much improved and the sensors will be even better. I was told that they expect FDA approval within the next 6 months.

Permalink Reply by Ellie on May 3, 2012 at 6:38am

Hope they are easier to put on. I have a lot of problems. Feels like a spike to me and often cannot get that dang transmitter attached. Gggrrr... At least I get 3 weeks out of it so not changing as often.

Permalink Reply by NatalieHodge on May 4, 2012 at 6:44am

let's be optimistic, that would be fantastic!!

Permalink Reply by TrueTheory on April 18, 2012 at 3:25pm

Yes, individual approvals have to happen before the combo application. I'd say 3-6 years.

Permalink Reply by Bobbie1000 on April 19, 2012 at 2:00pm

Wow. Everything takes so long. Interesting though!

Permalink Reply by Margaret Ford on April 20, 2012 at 3:42pm

Is there a sensor that you can use that you do not have to insert under your skin?
Is there a sensor that is not painful to insert?

Permalink Reply by TrueTheory on April 25, 2012 at 5:05pm

No, sensors have to be inserted under the skin. However, it isn't painful Margaret. It is certainly intimdating. I for one always have to be lying down to have my blood drawn because I hate needles so much I almost feint most of the time, but the sensor insertion is truly a breeze. I would suggest talking to your CDE about doing a free trial to see if you like it.

Permalink Reply by Ellie on May 3, 2012 at 6:39am

I agree. Feels like a spike going in. Thankfully they stay on almost 3 weeks.

Permalink Reply by Margaret Ford on May 3, 2012 at 6:44am

If you are skinny it is painful. I read a post where someone puts the sensor on their arm. I my case it would go to my bone.

Permalink Reply by Ellie on May 3, 2012 at 6:56am

LOL. Skinniness not a prob for me. Just so 'spiky' and clumsy. Then trying to get the transmitter on is usually a hassle. I keep trying. Can't imagine getting one on my arm w/o a 'partner' to help. Sadly it usually me & the sensor struggling. Tummy just easiest for me.

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