Is 36.9 degrees considered a fever for pregnant women?

Pregnant women 36.9 ℃ is not considered a fever, usually women during pregnancy, due to the increased secretion of progesterone, the body metabolism speed up, the body will undergo a series of changes, such as compared to the basal body temperature when not pregnant may rise 0.5 ℃ – 1.0 ℃. Fever means that the body temperature exceeds the high limit of the normal range, whether it is a fever, it is necessary to clarify the way to measure the body temperature, usually there are three ways to measure the body temperature, the normal range of body temperature measured in different parts has some differences, the normal range of oral temperature is 36.3℃-37.2℃, the normal range of rectal temperature is 36.5℃-37.7℃; the normal range of axillary temperature is 36.0℃-37.0℃. In summary, no matter which measurement method is used, 36.9℃ in pregnant women is not considered fever. Most clinical use of axillary temperature measurement, axillary temperature measurement is more convenient, and safe and hygienic, generally when the axillary temperature of pregnant women more than 37.3 ℃ is fever. It is important to note that axillary temperature measurement is prone to error and must be taken in the correct way. Exercise, mental excitement, eating and changes in ambient temperature can all have an effect on axillary temperature. Measurements should be taken in a quiet state with no sweating in the axillary area, and the measurement time is 5-10 minutes. This is the time to measure the degree of body temperature to reflect the true temperature. In addition, the body temperature of pregnant women may increase at night, so pay attention to whether there are other manifestations, such as coughing, coughing, sore throat, etc. If the temperature rises above 37.3℃ and there are no uncomfortable symptoms, it may be a transient temperature increase, so you can first observe whether it subsides on its own. However, if it is accompanied by uncomfortable symptoms, or if the temperature continues to rise, or even rises further to 38℃, you should pay attention to it and seek medical attention in time. If a pregnant woman has a fever, she should find out the cause, give targeted treatment, and if necessary, go to the hospital for relevant examinations to clarify the diagnosis, and do not use drugs blindly to avoid the impact on the pregnant woman and the fetus. It is recommended to wear N95 mask or medical surgical mask and disposable gloves to avoid cross infection. Pay attention to keep warm, strengthen nutrition and regular rest.