Temperature measurementNormal
Values:
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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Full article >>>Axillary (underarm)
temperature measurements must be held in place for 10 minutes. The tym
panic (ear) type thermometers may not be accurate for newborns and require careful positioning to get an accurate reading.
Full article >>>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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