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Normal body temperature means (ranges)53
| Oral | Rectal | Tympanic | Axillary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men | ||||
| °F | 98.0 (96.3-99.9) | 98.6 (98.1-99.5) | 97.7 (95.9-99.5) | 97.3 (95.9-98.6) |
| °C | 36.7 (35.7-37.7) | 37.0 (36.7-37.5) | 36.5 (35.5-37.5) | 36.3 (35.5-37.0) |
| Women | ||||
| °F | 97.2 (91.7-100.6) | 98.6 (98.2-98.8) | 97.9 (96.3-99.5) | |
| °C | 36.2 (33.2-38.1) | 37.0 (36.8-37.1) | 37.0 (36.8-37.1) |
