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Im 22 in the evening my temp is 98.8-99.2 do i have a fever? should i be concerned about that

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No: Although your temperature is slightly higher than the stated norm, it is not high enough to be concerned about as long as you feel well.

Answered 9/1/2012

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Normal variation: Humans tend to vary in their body temperature. As their metabolism slows in sleep, the hit a lower temperature early in the morning. After an active day their hits a peek temperature in the late afternoon or evening. It is called a circadian rhythm.

Answered 11/24/2017

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