Last week I started using the Dexcom Seven Plus  It is a wireless CGM (continuous glucose monitor) that is helping me monitor and control my diabetes. It provides a new blood sugar reading every five minutes showing trends so I know where my blood sugars are heading and how fast. I still have to poke my finger to check my blood sugars but this is giving me additional insight to keep my glucose levels in a good range. I have already noticed a meaningful difference in my blood sugars. I can’t wait to report the results to my diabetes nurse at the end of the week.

I attach the sensor and transmitter onto my belly with an applicator.  It stays attached with some tape and can be worn in the shower just like my insulin pump, the OmniPod, for a whole week before I have to insert a new transmitter. It is very small as you can see. There is a tiny wire, about the size of a hair, which is inserted underneath my skin. An amazing little tool that is going to help me. Ah, how I love technology!