What is the normal forehead temperature?
Disease description:
Recently, I haven't been feeling well and have had some symptoms of a cold. I'm worried that I might have a fever. I would like to ask, what is the normal forehead temperature?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The normal range of forehead temperature varies with age. Generally, the forehead temperature of a healthy person ranges between 35℃ and 37℃. Specifically:
1. For infants aged 0-2 years, the normal forehead temperature ranges between 36.4℃ and 38℃.
2. For children aged 3-10 years, the normal forehead temperature ranges between 36.1℃ and 37.8℃.
3. For individuals aged 11-65 years, the normal forehead temperature ranges between 35.9℃ and 37.6℃.
4. For elderly individuals over 65 years old, the normal forehead temperature ranges between 35.8℃ and 37.5℃.
Forehead temperature can be significantly influenced by external environmental factors such as ambient temperature, perspiration, or direct sunlight exposure, all of which may affect the measurement results. When measuring forehead temperature, it is important to ensure a suitable environment and avoid interference from external factors affecting the forehead.
