I'm trying to figure out if my body temperature is normal since it's at 98. I don't have any symptoms of a fever. Should I be concerned, or is this temperature okay?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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A body temperature of 98F (36.7C) is within the normal range, which is typically considered to be between 97.7F (36.5C) and 99.5F (37.5C), so you can be reassured that your temperature is normal,

Answered 04/07/2025

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