Which armpit should temperature be left or right? A definitive guide for consistent readings
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A study on axillary temperature found variations of up to 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit between the left and right armpits, influenced by factors like external temperature and sweat. The most crucial factor for an accurate reading, therefore, is not about which armpit should temperature be taken in, but rather, consistently using the same one to establish a reliable baseline.
