How can I keep my Dexcom sensor adhered to my body?
Follow the insertion instructions carefully. Extra care may help you keep your sensor on for the entire sensor session.
Site preparation
- Site: Sensor site should be flat, clean, and completely dry before you insert the sensor. There should be some fat under the skin at the sensor site.
- Placement: The patch stays at its best when it is not placed where your skin folds when you bend, or near waistbands that could rub against it.
- Avoid hair: Apply the patch to areas without hair, if possible. If needed, shave the site with electric clippers.
- Old adhesive: Remove any adhesive residue from previous sensors. Body oil or adhesive remover for skin may help remove any residue.
Patch care
- The longer you keep your patch dry and sweat-free in the first 12 hours, the longer it may stick to your skin.
- If the patch gets wet, gently pat it dry as soon as you can.
- If it peels off your skin, trim the peeled parts and put on an over patch or medical tape for reinforcement.
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