Is a body temperature of 37.2°C normal after chemotherapy?
Aug 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. You Zhangxuan
Introduction
There are three methods for measuring body temperature: oral, axillary, and rectal. A post-chemotherapy temperature of 37.2°C is considered normal when measured orally or rectally, but it is not considered normal when measured under the armpit (axillary method). Chemotherapy patients are advised to closely monitor their physical condition, and if any discomfort occurs, they should seek medical attention promptly.
Generally, there are three methods for measuring body temperature: oral, axillary (underarm), and rectal. If oral or rectal measurement is used, a post-chemotherapy body temperature of 37.2°C is considered normal. However, if axillary measurement is used, this temperature is not normal. The detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Normal
The normal range for body temperature varies depending on the measurement method. The normal oral temperature ranges from 36.3°C to 37.2°C, the axillary temperature from 36°C to 37°C, and the rectal temperature from 36.5°C to 37.7°C. Therefore, if oral or rectal measurement is used, a post-chemotherapy temperature of 37.2°C falls within the normal range and is not a cause for concern.
2. Abnormal
If axillary measurement is used, a temperature of 37.2°C after chemotherapy is considered abnormal because it exceeds the normal axillary range of 36°C to 37°C. In such cases, patients should promptly inform their doctor and receive appropriate evaluation and treatment based on their specific condition.
It is recommended that chemotherapy patients closely monitor their physical condition and seek medical attention immediately if any discomfort occurs. Additionally, patients should follow their doctor's instructions during chemotherapy and schedule regular follow-up visits at a qualified medical facility after treatment to monitor disease progression.
