In her own dermatology lab, she saw many patients between 2016 and 2020 who experienced allergic skin reactions after using the Abbott FreeStyle Libre, Medtronic Minimed Enlite CGM sensors, and the Omnipod insulin patch pump. That also led to cross-reactions to other devices they used with adhesives, she said. The authors explain how “devices involve a small filament or cannula being inserted under the skin and secured with an external adhesive patch (worn) on the skin (that) varies in size, with tubed infusion sets offering the smallest surface area, and CGMs and patch pumps requiring a larger adhesive body.” They note that insulin pump infusion sets need to be replaced every 2 to 4 days, while CGM sensors are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be worn on the skin for 7 to 14 days. Just before we left for school this morning Lily said her cannula was peeling off so I had a look and sure enough it was starting to peel around the edges so I taped it up with some micropour tape and told her to keep an eye on it. In 2018, a team of healthcare professionals including diabetes care and education specialists (DCES) recognized the problem in a research article on “Preserving Skin Integrity with Chronic Device Use in Diabetes.”

During the insertion process, press and hold the Dexcom applicator firmly against the skin for about 30-60 seconds before pushing the button to insert the sensor. This will ensure that the sensor adhesive has good adhesion to the skin. But that changed in 2017, when the company made the change in the adhesive it used to avoid the allergen ethyl cyanoacrylate. Just had a thought - if the temperature is really very very hot, you might have to put the pump in one of those Frio bags to keep it cool.

an infusion set or sensor gets bumped on a wall or door jamb, ripping off the adhesive along with some of your skin It is important to start by cleaning and drying the skin thoroughly before inserting the sensor. Make sure the skin is free of any lotions, oils, or residue that could interfere with the adhesive agent. You should apply a thin layer of Skin Tac as directed by your healthcare provider and press the sensor firmly against the skin after application. Abbott followed Dexcom’s lead and made changes in 2017 after conducting its own clinical study that showed some of the issues PWDs experience from the adhesives. The company also issued a special guide that year to help people navigate adhesive woes. Kamann’s research has found that possibly more than two-thirds of patients experience these issues at some point. “They can handle this problem sometimes with skin barrier wipes or skin care creams, but some have more problematic and life-long real allergies.” Alexandra100 , a simple thing which is sometimes overlooked is preparing the arm properly before applying. I'll always shower or wash my arm to remove residual grease, use the alcohol wipes, and also shave the application area during the washing.

Some researchers have found that at least 35 percent of diabetes device users experience intermittent skin problems due to irritation from sweating, occlusion and so on under the adhesive. That work continues, she adds, but it can take as long as 2 years to even determine which adhesive component might be an issue to press the manufacturer on. Wow! It is worth it to buy this product. It helps with keeping the skin grip in place a lot better and longer."Am on my 54th at the moment and have only had 1 fall off, and that was because of bumping a door-jamb. For Kamann’s son, it was the Abbott FreeStyle Libre with a quarter-sized round sensor adhered to skin that caused him problems. He’d get severe skin reactions that made it difficult to wear that device. Skin Tac can be a valuable tool for Dexcom users by increasing the sensor's adhesion to prevent it from coming loose or falling off before the sensor expires. Dexcom users should also take proper preparation, insertion, and maintenance steps to keep the sensor adhered for the full 10 days in addition to using Skin Tac as directed. By following these tips, Dexcom users can have added protection and a peace of mind from Skin Tac that their sensors will stay on for the full duration. I have lived with Type 1 diabetes for 58 years and when the Libre 2 works OK it's very good at warning of highs and lows in blood sugars. If Lilly is using the Rapid D Link set then a piece of Transpore or Mefix tape should stop the set from coming out.