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So I have a question. Idk what to do, my meter says different numbers. What am I supposed to do it's a new meter from my endocrinologist. Any ideas
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Members weighed in on why a new meter might show different numbers, offering several helpful tips to get more accurate readings. Several... Read more
Good morning.
If you ate salty or sweet things, there could be residue on your fingers.
That could skew your readings. So wash your hands with warm water, then dry thoroughly. That does 2 things that help.
1) Clean hands.
2) Warming up your fingers increases blood flow so your drop of blood will be bigger.
If the battery is weak in your meter that could skew readings.
If the drop of blood is too small that will definitely skew readings. For me that skews them High.
If you have access to a 2nd working meter test the same drop of blood with both meters. The results should be close.
Good luck.
Some meters need calibration. Did you get a solution with it, in a small bottle? Even if you dropped it by accident it may still need to be calibrated. You may need to contact the manufacturer. Or let the Endocrinologist know what is going on with it. Good luck.
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You should see if you can get a cgm. I read where you are taking insulin. If you receive Medicare you should qualify for one. Talk to you Endocrinologist about it. It would help keep a continuous reading of your blood sugars. No finger sticks.
I have the ACC check guide me
Thanks to Diabetes team. Appreciated
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