Fever is a defence mechanism the body uses to fight infections, and is therefore frequently associated with childhood illnesses. A body temperature that is consistently above the normal temperature range is called a fever.
WHY MEASURE IN THE EAR?
The ear canal is the best site to measure a fever because of its close proximity to the eardrum, which shares the blood supply of the brain’s temperature control centre. This site allows for a more accurate reflection of the body’s core temperature.
DOES MY CHILD HAVE FEVER?
Clinical research shows that the definition of fever changes with a child’s age. What is fever in a newborn can be a normal temperature in a four year old.
That’s why Braun developed the ThermoScan® 7 ear thermometer and Touchless + Forehead thermometer with unique AgeSmart™ technology, allowing you to select the age category of your child to help ensure the fever definition is as accurate as possible.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use.