Dexcom Users Discussions (935)
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 DexCom Transmitter-- "Gray" replaces "Caucasion Skin Tone" colorGot my replacement kit today. I like the new gray color. It always seemed weird to me when they try to make things the color of Caucasion… Started by etta amy |
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Oct 16, 2010 Reply by Sarah |
 Tips? Tricks? Advice for a newbie...Hey there Dexers (or Comers... or Dexcomers... what do you we call ourselves?) I've got my Dex in the mail... it'll be here on tuesday! Any… Started by MaiaJane |
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Oct 15, 2010 Reply by MaiaJane |
 Why the need to take 2 readings to calibrate?I was wondering what the point is of the two readings within 5 minutes to calibrate after startup... My reading only changed by 1 point...… Started by laurenc873 |
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Oct 15, 2010 Reply by Helmut |
 Does insertion hurt with dexcom?Hey everybody- I requested a trial with Dexcom and just watched some youtube videos of insertion. No one screams in pain but I'd really li… Started by Courtney |
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Oct 14, 2010 Reply by David |
 Got Dex First Day QuestionsQuestions: 1. How many of you all insert at night and wait to start until the am? I began the first one in the evening, no trouble with in… Started by Korrie |
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Oct 14, 2010 Reply by DianaS |
 inserting the sensorI am a big baby when it comes to needles. So when I saw the size of the needle on the sensor I freaked out. How bad does it hurt inserting… Started by blondie55 |
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Oct 12, 2010 Reply by onesaint |
 Sensor cash price goes up!Hey guys, I havent ordered sensors in a while but I did today and was surprised to find out that the sensors were 320$ for a one month supp… Started by Brian Grant |
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Oct 10, 2010 Reply by Anngelia |
 Blood after Dexcom Insertion?Hello,I've been using the Dexcom for a couple months and have generally enjoyed it. Tonight I inserted sensor on my right arm (same place… Started by roxylove |
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Oct 9, 2010 Reply by roxylove |
Dex charger does not stay in?Hello everyone,My Dexcom charger does not stay in well at all and I'm wondering if it's just mine or if it's a common thing. I sleep with… Started by roxylove |
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Oct 8, 2010 Reply by Rebecca |
Dexcom shutoffWhat should I do when I don't have my receiver with me while I'm at dance? Should I shut it off? Will it beep if it's far away from me? Started by blondie55 |
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Oct 7, 2010 Reply by etta amy |
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