What is body temperature?

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What is a normal body temperature?

A normal body temperature is about 98.6ºF. Some people have a normal temperature that is a little higher or a little lower than this.

Your temperature may be a little lower in the morning than it is later in the day. It may go up during hot weather or when you exercise, wear heavy clothes, or take a hot bath.

Your temperature may also be different depending on how you take it. A temperature taken in the mouth (oral) or under the arm may be a little lower than your core temperature (rectal).

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