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Whats more accurate for taking temp? oral or under armpit? i took it in my armpit and it read 96.5. five minutes later took it orally and it was 98.1. got nervous when it was 96.5. so dont take it under armpit?
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We consider the most accurate reading as one that comes from your core, with an internal probe. Rectal monitoring is standard in some settings. When you do surface monitoring (skin/armpit) it is less accurate and expected to be a degree or two lower. Oral temperatures are standard for most clinical situations. I wouldn't worry about it.
Answered 8/25/2022
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