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[MEguy]

I just took mine twice this morning once before a cuppa tea and once just after and both times, my electronic thermometer said 35.1C. According to Broda Barnes, it should be at least 36.5. Does anyone think this test is a good test for hypothyroidism?

[helvella Administrator Thyroid UK]

In hypothyroidism, basal body temperature can be low. But whether that is what you are measuring is not clear.

First, it should be taken before you get up.

Second, where and how carefully you take the temperature is important.

Third, how consistent and well-calibrated the thermometer are important.

This Wiki article has some useful information.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human...

[Anthea55]

You may find this link helpful. It gives types of thermometers and advantages and disadvantages.

healthline.com/health/types...

[MEguy]

Update: I had left the plastic case on the digital thermometer this morning so that's why it said 35.1. I just tested now and it's 36.3C

[thyr01d in reply to MEguy]

Sounds familiar - I struggled for minutes trying to get my eye drops to drop before realising I hadn't taken off the little transparent lid! Please could you remind me of the ME forum you recommend? I'm wondering where I can buy non-flame-treated (you know what I mean) furniture having just read about the chemicals that are continually released from flame retardation - retardation!!!?? Wishing I hadn't started this post!

[MEguy in reply to thyr01d]

I don't know any ME forums except foggyfriends. There is also an ME forum on here on health unlocked if you search for it and join. There aren't many posters though I don't think.

[thyr01d in reply to MEguy]

Oh, am I misremembering? Didn't you mention something like ScienceME, or MEscience, perhaps not a forum?

[MEguy]

science4ME s4me.info is their website