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I was out of the country for 12 weeks. i measure my blood sugar daily. my bags were stolen, and only had 12 lancets left. couldnt get more. i used the same lancet for a week, for 12 weeks, not to run out. am i safe? im the only one that used it?

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

It is not safe to use the same lancet for an extended period of time. Lancets are single-use medical devices that are designed to be disposed of after each use. Reusing a lancet can lead to contamination and infection, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening. Contaminants can build up on the surface of the lancet and increase the risk of infection.

Answered 5/23/2023

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