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Old 11-20-2007, 01:38 PM
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minimed CGMS sensor sizes

I recently got approved for the CGMS and am expecting parts to start coming in early December. I'm thin and I use the shorter 6mm cannula for the pump infusion sets. Does minimed sell shorter cannulas for the sensors? Their website doesn't mention this. If not I wonder how thin folks have found these sensors to feel. I barely have enough fat to rotate the pump sites let alone another needle.
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Old 11-20-2007, 02:56 PM
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They only make one type of sensor.
I'm pretty lean, and I had more problems with 6mm Quicksets ( I switched to 13mm Sils) than I do with the sensors.
The sensors go in at an angle not straight in likethe QS do.
You shouldn't have any problems with them.

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Old 11-20-2007, 05:02 PM
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I get the best accuracy, sensor life, and comfort using the outside portion of each thigh. The tummy sites only last maybe a week or so, but I consistently get 2 weeks per sensor on the thighs. I find it more comfortable there too.
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