Is a child’s 37 degrees Celsius considered a fever?

It is usually considered that the normal body temperature is 36.0~37.0 ℃, for children 37 ℃ is generally not considered fever, but need to dynamically monitor the body temperature, to observe whether there is a persistent increase. In daily life and clinical generally measure the axillary temperature, usually considered normal axillary temperature of 36.0 ~ 37.0 ℃, need to pay attention to the correct measurement of body temperature, such as general measurement of 5 minutes, need to be measured in a quiet state, to avoid wearing a thick blanket, exercise, crying or breastfeeding measurement, pay attention to the measurement of temperature when the armpits to keep dry and so on. When the body temperature exceeds 37.5 ℃ is generally considered to be fever, so 37 ℃ is a normal body temperature, if necessary, to carry out a number of dynamic measurements, to observe the body temperature with or without persistent elevation. If there is a persistent increase in body temperature, over 37.5 ℃ is generally considered fever. It is recommended to consult a specialist for evaluation if necessary.