Is 37°C considered a fever for a 10-year-old child?

Fever generally refers to an elevated body temperature. For a ten-year-old child, a temperature of 37°C is usually not considered a fever and falls within the normal range, so there is typically no need for excessive concern. The following is a detailed explanation:

Human body temperature is relatively constant, primarily regulated by the thermoregulatory center in the brain and hypothalamus to maintain a dynamic balance between heat production and heat dissipation. However, body temperature may rise due to various factors. Temperature can generally be measured orally, under the armpit (axillary), or rectally. Under normal circumstances, oral temperature ranges from 36.3°C to 37.2°C, axillary temperature from 36.0°C to 37.0°C, and rectal temperature from 36.5°C to 37.7°C. Therefore, a body temperature of 37°C—regardless of the measurement method—falls within the normal range and does not indicate a febrile state.

If fever does occur, it is recommended to promptly apply physical cooling methods and identify the underlying cause for appropriate treatment.