the answer to your question is a bit more complex than it might seem. the first question is: how did you take your daughter's temperature? is it an oral temperature? armpit? ear? forehead? each of these methods produces a different "normal" temperature range. for example we expect to see a temperature around 98. 6 with an oral reading but an armpit temp will be lower than that. a rectal or ear (tympanic) temperature may be higher than 98. 6. secondly if you took your daughter's temperature orally did you do so shortly after she'd had something cool or cold to drink? if so this can lower the thermometer reading significantly. an oral reading should be taken at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking anything. try taking a second reading to see if the number changes. if you're taking an oral reading be sure to do it properly. have your daughter lift her tongue then place the tip of the thermometer well under your daughter's tongue up against the midline "frenulum" (the tissue that divides the underside of the tongue). have your daughter gently close her mouth while you hold onto the thermometer in order to keep the probe well-seated under the tongue. the thermometer should stay at about a 45-degree angle. third are you sure the thermometer is accurate? cleanse the thermometer and take someone else's temperature. do you get a relatively accurate reading? if your daughter's oral or rectal temperature really is 95. 2 and she has other symptoms such as: sluggishness paleness difficulty speaking or responding to your questions mental confusion. then you should seek immediate medical attention. it's not common but certain types of serious illnesses or infections can cause a drop in body temperature. and since your daughter is just 5 years old you don't want to take any chances. i hope this helps!
my 5 year old daughter has been sick and now she has a temperature of 95. 2. is this too low? should we be concerned? . please help any way you can. thank you in advance.