Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) has been around for over 50 years. In fact, I think sometimes it may be taken for granted.
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Overcoming barriers to blood glucose monitoring
As someone living closely with diabetes, you have heard the diabetes healthcare team talk about the importance of blood glucose monitoring.
How to check blood glucose levels
If you have diabetes, check blood glucose at regular intervals. It is one of the best things you can do to manage your diabetes
Blood glucose level fluctuations: not all blood glucose levels need to be perfect
Despite all the advances in recent years, the fact remains that diabetes management is not a perfect science. Your may follow the diabetes healthcare recommendations to the letter and then suddenly,out of the blue, large blood glucose level fluctuations occur.
Glucose sensors galore! How do you make a choice?
For extra insights around these decisions, glucose sensors can be incredibly helpful. In addition to seeing your current glucose number, a glucose sensor will show you a graph of where your glucose has been, and trend arrows to give you an idea where your glucose is headed.
Glucose Sensors Comparison Chart
This chart provides a comprehensive comparison of three leading glucose sensors: the Dexcom G7, Freestyle Libre 2, and the Medtronic Guardian Connect or Guardian 3 (compatible with 770G/780G insulin pumps). It covers key aspects like sensor features, insertion parts, wearable pieces, sensor sites, warm-up time, wear time, display devices, and additional functionalities.
