What's wrong with the body temperature continuing to be 37 degrees? Analysis of hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, "body temperature persists 37 degrees" has become a focus of discussion on social platforms and health topics. Many netizens reported that they have been suffering from a low fever of around 37 degrees for a long time, causing concerns about health risks. This article will combine the hotspot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with a systematic analysis of possible causes and countermeasures.
1. Popularity data of related topics across the entire network
| platform | Discussion volume (last 10 days) | core concerns |
|---|---|---|
| 128,000 items | #WHAT TO DO WITH LONG-TERM LOW FEVER#, #Is 37 degrees a low fever? | |
| Douyin | 320 million plays | "Misunderstandings in Body Temperature Monitoring" and "Science Popularization Related to the Immune System" |
| Zhihu | 6800+answers | Pathological analysis and interpretation from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine |
| little red book | 14,000 notes | Self-healing experience sharing and thermometer comparison |
2. Possible cause analysis
According to interviews with experts from tertiary hospitals and authoritative medical journals, a sustained body temperature of 37 degrees may involve the following factors:
| Type | specific reasons | Proportion (clinical statistics) |
|---|---|---|
| Physiological | Increase in body temperature and changes in basal metabolism during ovulation | 35% |
| pathological | Chronic inflammation, thyroid dysfunction | 28% |
| psychological | Disturbances in thermoregulation due to anxiety | 22% |
| environmental | Measurement time/method error | 15% |
3. Important matters needing attention
1.Measurement specifications:Oral temperature measurement should be taken 30 minutes after eating, and axillary temperature should be maintained for 5 minutes. The body temperature can fluctuate up to 0.5°C at different times.
2.Observe accompanying symptoms:Special attention should be paid to whether there are warning symptoms such as night sweats, weight loss, and swollen lymph nodes.
3.Judgment of duration:Clinical definition of "long-term low fever" is a body temperature of 37.3-38℃ lasting for more than 2 weeks
4. Expert advice on processing procedures
| stage | Recommended actions | Check items (optional) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 days | Record body temperature curve throughout the day | basal body temperature meter |
| 4-7 days | Eliminate environmental interference factors | C-reactive protein test |
| More than 2 weeks | Specialist outpatient consultation | Thyroid function screening |
5. Recent hot-related events
1. A certain internet celebrity blogger’s video sharing “3-month self-healing experience at 37 degrees body temperature” received over 2 million likes, but was later verified to be exaggerated.
2. The latest research in the "Chinese Journal of Internal Medicine" pointed out that 17% of people who recovered from COVID-19 had abnormal body temperature regulation that lasted for 1-3 months.
3. Smart wearable device manufacturers responded to the problem of temperature monitoring errors and admitted that some devices have a deviation of ±0.3°C in the 35-37.5°C range.
6. Health management suggestions
1.Diet regulation:Appropriate supplement of vitamin B and zinc, and avoid spicy and irritating foods
2.Work and rest management:Ensure deep sleep time and avoid psychological implications caused by nighttime body temperature measurement
3.Exercise suggestions:Use gentle exercises such as Baduanjin and yoga, and avoid taking body temperature immediately after strenuous exercise.
4.Psychological adjustment:People who are sensitive to body temperature can try mindfulness meditation to reduce the stress response caused by excessive attention.
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023. Medical advice is for reference only. Please follow the doctor’s advice for specific diagnosis and treatment.
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