is there a device that doesn't have to be calibrated after a finger meter test?

Question

Is there a diabetes glucose checking device without pricking your finger?

Answer 1

Yes please reed?: 'no coding' systems. Older systems required 'coding' of the strips to the meter. This carried a risk of 'miscoding', which can lead to inaccurate results. Two approaches have resulted in systems that no longer require coding. Some systems are 'autocoded', where technology is used to code each strip to the meter. And some are manufactured to a 'single code', thereby avoiding the risk of miscoding.

Answer 2

No: All continuous glucose monitors need to be calibrated.

Answer 3

Typically...: If there's a hole in your finger, then the pokey part of the stick worked. If i understand you correctly, are you concerned about the size o the hole or whether it will close and stop bleeding? I can assure you nothing but a bit of blood will come out. Unless you are sticking yourself with a knife, or a non approved instrument?!

Answer 4

No: rarely the site can get infected if you don't wash or clean before checking

Answer 5

Finger stick: You can use any finger but you have better luck getting enough blood if you use the index or middle fingers as they have larger pads and larger number of capillaries.

Answer 6

Fingersticks: You can do a bloodstick on any finger. Some people avoid using their thumbs since these are frequently used digits - if there was any associated pain. Some avoid the little finger due to thinness of skin. The World Health Organization recommends using the ring or middle fingers. It is better to test on the side rather than the tip of the finger. Rotate the fingers that you do the sticks on.

Answer 7

Redness or drainage: If there is significant redness, drainage or the pain seems to be getting worse, see your surgeon to determine if the sutures are infected.

Answer 8

Redness and swelling: Generally speaking, a wound is infected if it looks "angry". Redness that is persistent and worsening. Swelling that is worsening and very tender to touch. If the infection remains untreated the wound may open or loosen and pus may be expressed from the wound.

Answer 9

Possibly: Infection and disease are both a concern.

Answer 10

It depends: Is it 6 fingers altogether, like 3 on each hand? Or is it 6 fingers on one hand and the usual 5 on the other? If it's 6 fingers altogether, that would make it difficult for the surgeon to use the usual surgical instruments. If he/she has 6 fingers on one hand, that's probably not so bad.

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