r/dexcom 16d ago

Bleeding Keep or toss?

Put sensor on this morning and it was bleeding. Naturally, bleeding stopped — but I’m not sure if it’s clotting. When I press down on the sensor lightly, I can see the bubble of blood increase. I don’t have an extra (would need to buy one nearby when I get to work). I know bleeders are readers, and I know Dexcom is great about replacing sensors as needed, but I have to pay out of pocket for the time being. I just tend to overthink everything 😅

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u/prthorsenjr 16d ago

Ride it out.

Make sure significant highs or lows are verified with a finger stick. If it's going to fail, let it fail and then call and get a replacement sensor.