Continuous Glucose Monitoring | Diabetes Management

Continuous tracking and surveillance of blood glucose levels to manage and control diabetes effectively.

Monitoring Glucose Levels Continuously FAQ

What is continuous glucose monitoring?

Continuous glucose monitoring refers to the ability to constantly measure a person’s blood glucose levels throughout the day and night. To achieve this, people can use a CGM, which is a wearable device that a person places on their body to quickly and easily check their blood sugar.

Why do you need a blood glucose monitor?

Seeing your blood glucose levels in real time can help you make more informed decisions about the food and beverages you consume, the physical activity you do, and the medicines you take. Keeping your blood glucose level in your target range can help prevent other health problems caused by diabetes. How does a continuous glucose monitor work?

What is a flash glucose monitor & continuous glucose monitor?

Flash glucose monitors and continuous glucose monitors let you check your sugar levels without you having to prick your fingers. You wear a small sensor on your body day and night that reads your sugar levels so you can see the information on your mobile, or other device.

Can continuous glucose monitors help people manage diabetes?

However, technology such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) offer a practical option that may make it easier to monitor and control blood sugar. In this article, we will explore how CGMs work and how they can help people manage diabetes.

What information relates to blood glucose monitoring?

The following information relates to blood glucose monitoring. The NICE guidelines recommend that if you are 18 years or older with type 1 diabetes, that you be offered a choice of intermittently scanned glucose monitoring (otherwise known as ‘flash’, for example Freestyle libre) or real-time continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) on the NHS.

How do you monitor blood glucose levels?

You can monitor your blood glucose levels through a finger-prick test or by using continuous glucose (CGM) or flash glucose monitor. A flash glucose monitor is a sensor usually worn on the arm, that records your glucose levels roughly every 5 minutes. You can scan the sensor with a reader whenever you want to.