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Temperature measurement
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The normal temperature varies by person, age, time of day, and where on the body the temperature was taken. The average normal body temperature is 98.6F (37C).
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Temperature Measurement
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Axillary (underarm) temperature measurements must be held in place for 10 minutes. The tympanic (ear) type thermometers may not be accurate for newborns and require careful positioning to get an accurate reading.
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Still, it's best to be guided more by how your child acts than by any particular temperature measurement. If your child has a fever but is responsive and is drinking plenty of fluids and wanting to play, there's probably no cause for alarm.
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