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#433 CGMs, Insulin, and How to Adjust Diabetes Meds to Glucose Patterns

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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Exploring Continuous Glucose Monitors and Diabetes Management

The chapter delves into the basics of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and their application in managing diabetes, starting with a case study of a 50-year-old man with type 2 diabetes. The discussion covers medication considerations, setting glycemic targets, and the correlation between blood glucose levels and A1c values. Detailed comparisons between the Dexcom and Abbott Libre CGM systems are provided, including application methods and wear times.

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