Is a long-term temperature of 37.1°C normal?

In general, whether a long-term body temperature of 37.1°C is normal depends on the specific circumstances. If measured under the armpit (axillary temperature), it is usually considered abnormal; however, if measured orally or rectally, it is generally within the normal range. The details are as follows:

1. Abnormal: Normally, the axillary (underarm) temperature in humans ranges between 36°C and 37°C. A persistent temperature of 37.1°C typically indicates a fever and is considered abnormal. This may suggest underlying conditions such as bacterial or viral infections, and timely medical evaluation and appropriate treatment are recommended.

2. Normal: When body temperature is measured orally or rectally, the normal ranges are 36.3°C–37.2°C for oral temperature and 36.5°C–37.7°C for rectal temperature. In these cases, a sustained temperature of 37.1°C is generally considered normal.

It should be noted that regardless of the measurement method used, the measurement should last approximately 5 minutes to ensure accuracy of the result.