Patient's question:
The male is 1 year old. After getting sick, taking medicine had little effect, and he is still uncomfortable. Please ask: Is a body temperature of 37.5°C normal for a newborn?Doctor's answer:
There is a slight fever, but newborn babies' body temperature is naturally a bit higher. It's not necessary to worry, so let's wait and see. If the temperature doesn't go down, it's best to go to the hospital for follow-up. The normal oral temperature for newborns is between 36.2℃ and 37.3℃; the armpit temperature is between 35.9℃ and 37.2℃; and the rectal temperature is between 36.5℃ and 37.5℃. Lastly, during treatment, the patient needs to follow a balanced diet, maintain a regular routine, actively participate in physical exercise, regulate physical and mental health, and keep personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.