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2022-03-03 06:42:51
How long we have to keep mercury thermometer in mouth to get right temperature? I usually keep 1 to 1.5 mins. Please suggest
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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One minute in the mouth is minimum. In winter keep it in the mouth for 2 minutes.

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For better results keep it for 3 min if it's a manual thermometer. If it's a digital one then keep till the device beeps.

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