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A member asked:
Should i worry about a rectal temp of 97.9- 98.0? no obvious symptoms and temp is usually 98.8-99.2
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Not yet: If you have no symptoms, then it would seem that you have no problems. However, I would continue to monitor your temp and keep an eye out for symptoms that may develop. If you develop symptoms and have an abnormal body temp, then you should go to your primary care doctor for evaluation. Otherwise, you are probably OK.
Answered 8/22/2016
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