What is the Normal Body Temperature for Newborns?

In clinical diagnosis, methods to measure body temperature include oral, rectal, and armpit temperatures. For newborns, the armpit temperature is used as the baseline, with a normal range of 36~37 degrees. Newborns have greater body temperature fluctuations, with the lowest temperature in the morning and the highest in the evening. When a child has a low fever, parents can use a cold towel to apply cold compresses to the child’s forehead to reduce body temperature. Finally, during the treatment period, patients need to have a regulated diet, maintain a regular lifestyle, actively participate in physical exercise, adjust physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to decreased resistance.
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