What forehead temperature is a fever?
Someone in my family is feeling a bit unwell and we have one of those forehead thermometers. I just wanted to know, at what temperature on the forehead should we consider it a fever?
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5 months ago
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Usually, anything above 100.4°F on the forehead is considered a fever. My mother always suggests drinking warm pepper rasam to soothe the body, but please consult your family doctor if the temperature remains high for more than a day.
5 months ago
A temporal artery (forehead) reading of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher indicates a fever. Keep in mind that external factors like sweat or room temperature can slightly affect forehead readings. It is best to consult a general physician for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
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4 months ago
They say 100.4°F is a fever, but for me, the worst part of a fever is losing my sense of taste! I can't even enjoy my weekly butter chicken when the temperature climbs. Hope you recover quickly and get your appetite back.
5 months ago
Standard clinical guideline is 100.4°F (38°C) and above for a fever. Make sure the forehead is dry and you haven't been wearing a cap before measuring. Keep a simple paracetamol handy, but if it touches 102°F or doesn't go down, see a doctor.
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5 months ago
Haan na, checking on the forehead is sometimes confusing, but usually 100.4°F is a fever. Just drink lots of water and take rest, ho na. If it doesn't get better, please check with a doctor.