Patient's question:
5 days, hiccup with a little cough, good spirits, poor appetite, normal urination and defecation, possibly due to cold. Previous treatment and effectiveness: First took medicine, then had an IV drip. What kind of assistance is needed: I want to ask if an armpit temperature of 37.5°C is normal?...Doctor's answer:
The basal body temperature of the child is 36.9~37.5. Generally, when the temperature is more than 1 degree above the basal body temperature, it can be considered a fever. Among them, low-grade fever refers to a temperature fluctuating around 38, and high fever is when the temperature is above 39. A fever lasting more than two weeks is called a prolonged fever. The aforementioned basal body temperature refers to rectal temperature, which is measured from the anus. Generally, oral temperature is lower by 0.3~0.5 degrees, and axillary temperature is lower by 0.3~0.5 degrees compared to oral temperature.Medical advice: If the axillary temperature measures 38 degrees, the rectal temperature would need to be 39 degrees to be considered high fever. If the low-grade fever is 38.5 degrees or higher, please immediately consult a doctor to determine whether it is a viral infection or a bacterial infection.