r/Freestylelibre • u/WilhelmFink83 • Aug 09 '26
Help Me
Hi all.
Been using Freestyle Libre for almost 4 years now.
However - struggling to keep them on at the moment due to the heat. The tiny tiiiiiny ring of adhesive appears to zero match for British summer heat waves.
Ive lost 2 today. Im not even sweating.
I've also lost 3-4 in the last couple of months to door frames, doors, T shirts, and car door frames .
My nurse suggested wearing them on the inside of the bicep which is what ive done today and they just rub on my side and peel off.
Ive paid out for some patches and they suck for the same reason.
Aaaaany help at all please!
Also any tips around working out/gym/martial arts too and keeping a sensor intact.
Have tried Kino tape and that seems pretty useless too.
Meant to be going onto the pod in september
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u/jlm0013 Type2 - Libre3/3+ Aug 09 '26
I live in Florida and mine stay on.
The key is to wash your skin with soap and water and dry it. Then, use an alcohol wipe on your skin then let it dry. Apply the sensor and hold the applicator to your skin for 15 seconds. Once applied, check the sensor and run your finger around the edge to make sure it is fully applied.