Whats it mean when your body temp is below normal?

Question

So I've been feeling miserable lately, with symptoms that could either be a cold or allergies, so I took my temp to see if I had a fever, and it said my temp was 97.5F, its suposed to be 98.7F isnt it? Does this mean anything?

Answer 1

Whereas you say your normal body temp is 98.7, yes you might have a slight cold or allergies. What is normal for one could be abnormal for someone else. But keep in mind that our body temperature fluctuates throughout the day.

Answer 2

I'm guessing it's just a cold.

Answer 3

98.6 is just a guide to what normal is. it's not normal for everyone. my normal is around 97 and i'm just fine!  

Answer 4

nothing-- mine is the same way. AND when I'm sick it actually goes lower, rather than higher. I was told by doctor....it's normal, per se. Nothing to worry about.

Answer 5

Just be glad it isn't like 60.0 or you might be a zombie.  

Answer 6

it doesnt really mean anything. just eat some chicken soup, it really helps if the soup is spicy. i had a cold on vacation last year, so i ate some spicy chicken ramen noodle soup and i felt better after the first bite!

but then again, it could be a drop in blood pressure, i say eat a bowl of soup and see a doctor.

Answer 7

your body temperature is below normal. try wearing warmer clothes...