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Are you supposed to put the thermometer on your forehead?
The temperature can be taken in a number of places. The methods are considered accurate when done correctly. It is important to use the same temperature reading for consistency because it can vary depending on the method.
Is taking your temp under your arm accurate?
Underarm and forehead temperatures are taken outside of the body rather than inside, which makes them the least accurate. The temperatures can be as low as a full degree below the oral body temperature.
What is the most accurate way to take a temperature?
The rectal temp is the most reliable. Forehead temperatures are the most accurate of all of them. If done correctly, ear and oral temps can be accurate. The armpit is the least accurate place for temperatures to be done.
Why is my temperature different every time I take it?
Small changes in your temperature can be measured with abasal thermometer. The first temperature reading will be different if you measure several times in a row because your body’s temperature can rise and fall at the same time.
Is a fever of 36.9 OK?
A high temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or higher is a symptom of COVID-19. Your body has a normal temperature of between 36 and 36.8 degrees Celsius. A high temperature is when your body temperature is at least 38 degrees Celsius. This could be a sign of illness.