Patient's question:
What is the normal body temperature for a two-month-old baby? The temperature on my baby's neck is 37 degrees Celsius. Is that normal? Initially, there was no runny nose, and the baby's hands and feet were warm. The indoor air conditioner was set to 25 degrees Celsius, and the baby was dressed warmly and covered with a blanket. Could it be that the baby is too hot? Or what could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Newborns have a higher body temperature than adults, and the younger the age, the higher the temperature. The normal body temperature of a child is approximately 36 to 37°C in the axillary region. The rectal temperature is approximately 36.5 to 37.5°C, and the younger the age, the slightly higher the temperature. In other words, temperatures between 36 and 37°C are normal. It is recommended that mothers observe the child's feeding, sleep, and other conditions. If the baby has a normal body temperature, they will be very calm. If they really have a fever, they will cry and fuss.