Is your normal body temperature really 98.6? Why it's 'outdated' and what it means for fever
Many people feel sick even if they don't have a fever and many have a normal body temperature lower than 98.6 degrees. How to ...
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What your body is really doing when fever strikes
Measurement location variations Rectal temperatures tend to be the most accurate (about 0.5-1°F higher than oral). Oral temperatures typically run slightly lower than rectal temperatures.
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Fever: What’s Considered Low, High, and Possibly Serious?
Generally accepted ranges include the following: Rectal temperatures should be taken for children under 4 years old, as they provide the most accurate reading. Oral temperatures are generally ...
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How to take your temperature in 5 different ways — and which is most accurate to detect a fever
Still, there are many different ways to take your temperature with a digital thermometer. Here's how to do it: Oral Oral digital thermometers use electronic heat sensors to measure your body ...
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How to Take Your Child's Temperature
You probably want to do oral for kids over the age of five who won't bite down on a thermometer. And a rectal temperature even though it's the most accurate, it's probably a little bit difficult ...