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My 6 month old has a rectal temperature of 96.3, is this too low? he is acting normal?

Q: my 6 month old has a rectal temperature of 96.3, is this too low? he is acting normal?

: As long as he is otherwise well, it is not likely to indicate an infection or another condition. Watch for signs of shortness of breath, cough and fever.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

As long as he is otherwise well, it is not likely to indicate an infection or another condition. Watch for signs of shortness of breath, cough and fever.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2023

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

If he is acting normal, this is not a problem. Please keep an eye out for being more sleepy than usual, decreased eating/drinking, vomiting, or other changes in his behavior and have him examined by his doctor if he develops any of these symptoms.

Dr Neth agreed

Answered 5/11/2023

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A member asked:

My 6 month old has a rectal temperature of 96.3, is this too low? he is acting normal?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Neth agreed

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