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Baby thermometer you put in the ear to take temp?

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Dr. Adam King
Dr. Adam Kinganswered
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 17 years experience
Need core Temp: Core temperatures are always best for infants. When it comes to taking a temperature that is accurate in an infant, the only way to get a reliable reading is a rectal reading. Therefore, get a medium priced ($20) thermometer. Ear, temporal, arm pit or oral in a baby are just not accurate enough.
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Dr. James Ferguson
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Confusing question: Yes there are thermometers that take a reading from the ear to give the kids temperature. If you have a specific question about these or the preferred process, please submit another question with a clear question.
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