Hi I am new to the forum . I have a question about body temperature. My average temperature is 35.6C. When I have been out in the cold it goes down to 33.4 C.
I have taken this on several occasions and get the same results.
I spoke to my practice nurse who said that my core temp must be higher but I always get the same oral reading with a mercury thermometer and 2 digital thermometers.
Should I be concerned or is it normal? I would be most grateful for any advice?
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Feeling cold can be a consequences of treatment for cardiovascular disease. I once saw a thermal image of myself and, yes, where I felt cold (fingers and toes and at a scar site where an artery was removed) corresponded with cold spots with poor circulation. I think it would help if trantor could give more context to the request.
There can be various measurement errors taking a temperature. But a 2 degree temperature difference seems large. Have you looked at this: nhs.uk/common-health-questi... and do you feel cold? Given that this is a forum for cardiovascular disease, are you concerned that a seemingly low temperature is indicative of a cardiovascular disease?
That's strange then .To be honest you've stumped me there. I suppose there must be variations between individuals and it's a case of knowing what's normal for you.
Is that with a tympanic thermometer? One that goes in the ear? Apart from anal, this gives a fairly accurate temperature. Low temperature can be associated with sepsis but would expect to see other symptoms.
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