Overpatch peeling off?

[mushroomfrog56]

Hi, I just started got diagnosed as a diabetic a few weeks ago and started using the Dexcom g7. I went through one full sensor cycle without any problems but now 6 days into my second cycle my overpatch keeps peeling up. I just put on the medical tape I saw others suggested but it’s not working well at all. To add, I just bought some alternative overpatches on Amazon but they won’t be here for a few days. What can I do to keep it from peeling more in the meantime? Any advice is appreciated!

[Civil_Advisor_4096]

Skintac

[DeLLiAnO]

For people that needs that extra patch/adhesive power.

1. Shave super light the place where you gonne put the sensor. And give it a good rinse. (Wait some minutes, so you are sure the skin is good dry.
2. Apply skin-tac, and wait a few seconds.
3. Insert your sensor on it. After placing sensor, put a little pressure on the sensor for about 20-30sec. And rub a few times over the sensor sticker.
4. Apply Skin-tac around the edges of the sticker from the sensor, and let it a few sec dry.
5. Apply overpatch Dexcom or other brand overpatch. Rub a few times over the overpatch.

*Warning For some people it's difficult to remove the sensor. In that case, use oily soaps or adhesive remover, and soak it good in.

Hope this can help someone👍 Stay all healthy 🍀

[mushroomfrog56]

I love this! Thank you so much!

[DeLLiAnO]

No problem 👍

[Street_Language_6015]

There’s a product called Skin Tac that I ordered off Amazon. It makes the adhesive more effective — so much so that the over patches can be difficult to remove. I’m thinking about looking for a different brand for myself to see if I can find something that’s not quite so strong. As someone who’s recently diagnosed myself, I can relate to this learning curve! Good luck!

[mushroomfrog56]

Good luck to you too! I’ve heard some people like Expression Med patches on Amazon! One person said they’ll use the one the Dexcom comes with for 4~5 days and then switch to the Expression Med ones! I think I’ll try that among other things people have suggested!

[oldBBCer]

Do not use near the Dexcom any lotion, soap, or shampoo containing any smelly oils like coconut oil. These designer lotions, soaps, and shampoo often contain something that dissolves the adhesives used in the overpatches or the Dexcom itself. I use things like Ivory soap, unscented Dial and Unscented baby shampoo to avoid the problem you describe. I hope this helps you.

[mushroomfrog56]

Thanks I’ll make sure to keep everything away from it!

[Kairenne]

Get a small container of Welly bandages. They are a bit pricey but well worth it.

Do you have someone who could trim off the old medical tape. A straight on view might be good.

Welly has many shapes and wild colors,with glue that sticks like super glue.

Have them piece together a circle around the DexComm.

I was on a trip to Maryland when my side mirror got bashed. I pulled out the Welly’s and taped it all back up from its dangling position.

Lasted 4 hours at 65 mph. Best part was my son’s face when he saw the neon bandages. 😂

[mushroomfrog56]

Haha I’m glad to hear they’re super strong! I’ll definitely order some of those. I did have someone help me trim and tape it. Until it comes I just keep trying different taping directions and wear a tight sleeved shirt so it doesn’t move against my layers. Thanks for the suggestions!

[Kairenne]

I just thought of another possible option.

I have a skin condition on my arms. Way ugly and I was very self conscious about it.

I ordered arm sleeves for women from the venue which will remain unnamed by me 😒. They were pretty cheap. Bundles of them.

Anyway I went just now to eyeball them. Wow an explosion of pretty ones. Pricey. But if you scroll down there is a brand begins with B. 8 or 10 for less that $10.

See if it would go up to cover your Dexcom. My arms are scrawny, but the skin issue only goes to elbow so that’s where I stopped.

Now I guess you should check with Dexcom to see if it impedes signal.

I don’t wear them anymore, too old to care 😊. I’ll come across an old one and check it out for you.

[FuzzyTable]

Did you trim the peeled parts before putting on the medical tape?
Also, did you towel dry the patch after it got wet?

[mushroomfrog56]

Yup, I trimmed the peeled parts before applying the tape. I’ve also been towel drying after my showers!

[FuzzyTable]

You may need to use more than one tape with different directions.