Question 1

what does it mean if i have a low temperature of 97.5 all the time?

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Your set point: There is no normal temperature.  If you at 97.5, that is your normal.

Question 2

what does it mean to have a low temperature? like how low is normal?

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What time is it?: Your temperature varies during the day. It may be around 96 early before you get up and close to 100 on a warm afternoon. 98.6 is an average. If it's cold and you're shivering you're hypothermic--like outside in cold weather or in an unheated house. I hope to keep my temperature above room temperature as long as i can...

Question 3

bought a digital thermometer. can someone tell me what a low temperature means?

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Usually...: ...It means you took it wrong. In hypothyroidism or hypothermia, you'd be feeling very weak with a really low temperature.

Question 4

my 6 year old child has a low temperature (97.3 - 98.3) and is tired today.  what does this temperature mean?

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Normal: That temp range is normal. Your child may be simply overtired or may be coming down with something. Provide fluids, let him/her rest and provide tlc-  a moms special gift. If he/she is sick it will declare itself in a day or two.

Question 5

what exactly does it mean to have a low body temperature?

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May be hypothyroid: If you are not very ill, which can lead to a low temperature, and the temp is below 97. 6, you may be hypothyroid. Remember, 98.6 is average, normal can be 1 degree above or below. The temperature normally goes down at night and is lowest about 4:00-6:00 A.M. About 2 hours before awakening. Then it can be as low as 97.

Question 6

why is my body temperature low or feel cold in my feet all the time?

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Unknown: Bbt or basal body temperature is an inaccurate way to follow ovulation.  In our experience it adds a great deal of stress.  If the pattern is normal it highly correlates with ovulation but if it's not it surely doesn't mean that you are not ovulating.  If you have 28 day regular cycles you are 98% certain that you have normal ovulation.

Question 7

what does having a low body temperature mean for longevity?

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Longevity: There are some theories that a lower body temperature may be associated with longer life span.

Question 8

what does it mean to have a low body temperature but don't feel sick?

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Probably nothing: If you have low thyroid hormone you may run lower than normal body temps, as well as if you have been out in cold weather for a long time period.  It would be helpful if you told us what your temperature was, and how you measured it.

Question 9

my body temperature has been abnormally low for me i usually range 98.6-99 and for the past week i have not been able to get it over 96.8. i have had a cold and a cough as well for 2 weeks. i am feeling cold and lethargic at time. i am beginning to get co

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Get checked.: Persistent abnormally low temps (less than 97.6) or persistent high temps (more than 99.6) are often the sign of an infection and if you have them more than 3 days, it is wise to get evaluated and see if you need treatment.  Get seen today or tomorrow. Consider a reasonably priced consult on Healthtap Prime, 24/7 which is far less expensive than an urgent care visit and often a visit with your PCP

Question 10

i have taken my temperature orally on 3 days for the past 2-3 weeks. each time, i take temp. 5 times. all my temps have been from 96.3 to 97.0. i'm 56 yrs old. are my temps. too low? does this mean i have sepsis or some infection or health problem?

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: The absolute numbers given are not alarming.  You would be quite dramatically ill if you had sepsis.   You may wish to bring your temperature record with you to your primary care physician and bring a list of the concerns that have you checking your temperature frequently and intermittently.  Is there something you are worried about?   Be sure your physician knows what is on your mind.

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What does it mean if i have a low temperature of 97.5 all the time?

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What does it mean to have a low temperature? like how low is normal?

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Bought a digital thermometer. can someone tell me what a low temperature means?

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My 6 year old child has a low temperature (97.3 - 98.3) and is tired today. what does this temperature mean?

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What exactly does it mean to have a low body temperature?

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Why is my body temperature low or feel cold in my feet all the time?

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What does having a low body temperature mean for longevity?

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What does it mean to have a low body temperature but don't feel sick?

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My body temperature has been abnormally low for me i usually range 98.6-99 and for the past week i have not been able to get it over 96.8. i have had a cold and a cough as well for 2 weeks. i am feeling cold and lethargic at time. i am beginning to get co

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I have taken my temperature orally on 3 days for the past 2-3 weeks. each time, i take temp. 5 times. all my temps have been from 96.3 to 97.0. i'm 56 yrs old. are my temps. too low? does this mean i have sepsis or some infection or health problem?

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