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Risks and benefits
The risks and benefits of your Dexcom G7 CGM System are discussed below. Avoid
any risks and enjoy Dexcom G7 CGM System's benefits by following the product
instructions.
Risks
The risks with using the Dexcom G7 CGM System are:
Not getting your alerts
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Using the Dexcom G7 CGM System to make treatment decisions when you
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shouldn't
Sensor insertion issues
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Adhesive reactions
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Retained sensor wire
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Inaccurate sensor readings
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Missed alerts
You need to get your alerts to respond to them. To make sure you get important alerts
to help you avoid undetected low or high glucose, follow Dexcom's recommended
settings, available at dexcom.com/faqs or in the Dexcom G7 CGM System app, go to
Profile > G7 iPhone Safety and tap Complete guide to Dexcom iPhone Settings or
Profile > G7 Android Safety and tap Complete guide to Dexcom Android
Settings.
Also, go to the Alerts, Safety Information, and Troubleshooting chapters for helpful
information to ensure you get alerts.
Using the Dexcom G7 CGM System for treatment decisions
You can use your Dexcom G7 CGM System for treatment decisions in all but a few
situations:
When you don't have a number and/or arrow
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When how you feel doesn't match your sensor reading
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Questions and answers
Dexcom G7 continues to show readings 50 or 60 points higher than when I stick my finger and use the supplied recorder. Why?
The Dexcom G7 may show readings 50 or 60 points higher than fingerstick measurements due to several reasons:
1. Sensor's First Day: Newly inserted sensors may show larger differences, which usually decrease over the first 24 hours.
2. Pressure on Sensor: If something is pressing on the sensor (e.g., lying on it), it can affect readings. Removing the pressure can help.
3. Rapid Glucose Changes: Blood glucose changes before interstitial fluid glucose, so fast changes can cause differences between meter and sensor readings.
4. Fingerstick Issues: Inaccurate fingerstick readings can occur if hands are not washed properly or test strips are expired or used incorrectly.
These factors can cause temporary differences between Dexcom G7 and fingerstick readings.
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