When using and over-bandage, why does the opening/hole in the middle of the Sensor have to remain open and must not be covered?

Do not ignore symptoms that may be due to low or high blood glucose. If you have symptoms that do not match the Sensor glucose reading or suspect that your reading may be inaccurate, check the reading by conducting a finger stick test using a blood glucose meter. If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent with your glucose readings, consult your health care professional.

When using and over-bandage, why does the opening/hole in the middle of the Sensor have to remain open and must not be covered?

We recommend that the hole in the middle of the Sensor is left open to allow any trapped fluid to drain out or dry. This helps to keep the adhesive from absorbing excessive water and weakening the adhesive bond to the skin.

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When using and over-bandage, why does the opening/hole in the middle of the Sensor have to remain open and must not be covered?

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