What is the normal forehead temperature?
Disease description:
I just measured my forehead temperature with a thermometer, and it was 36.8°C, but I still feel slightly feverish. What forehead temperature is considered normal?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Under normal circumstances, the normal forehead temperature range is between 35.9℃ and 37.2℃.
Forehead temperature measurements can be influenced by various factors, including ambient temperature, cleanliness of the measurement site, accuracy of the measuring device, and the measurement technique used. Additionally, individual differences can also affect forehead temperature readings, as some people may naturally have slightly higher or lower baseline body temperatures.
For infants and young children aged 0-2 years, the normal forehead temperature range is 36.4-38℃. For children aged 3-10 years, the normal forehead temperature range is 36.1-37.8℃. For adults aged 11-65 years, the normal forehead temperature range is 35.9-37.6℃. For elderly individuals over 65 years of age, the normal forehead temperature range is 35.8-37.5℃.
As a non-contact method of body temperature measurement, forehead temperature offers convenience and speed, but its accuracy is relatively low. When determining whether a fever is present, it is recommended to make a comprehensive judgment based on other clinical symptoms and signs. If necessary, more accurate methods of temperature measurement, such as oral, axillary, or rectal measurement, should be employed for confirmation.
