What Does a Low Body Temperature Mean?
In general, a slightly lower-than-normal temperature is usually nothing to worry about.
In fact, research suggests that average human body temperature may be decreasing slightly, and that 97.5 degrees F (36.4 degrees Celsius) may be a “new normal” temperature.
This may be due to the fact that we now spend much of our time in temperature-controlled settings, or perhaps because of a population-wide drop in metabolic rate or inflammation.
What temperature is too low for a person, then?
A consistently or very low body temperature that’s lower than 95 degrees F (35 degrees Celsius) often signals accidental hypothermia or an underlying medical issue. That’s because having a low body temperature that’s less than 95 degrees F doesn’t provide enough heat for your heart, nervous system, and other organs to function.
Hypothermia is a medical emergency, so if your temperature is lower than 95 degrees F, you should seek care immediately.
Here’s a list of possible causes of low body temperature, along with when to see your doctor.
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