Collierville, TN. Collierville, TN is another city in the southwest of the state to make our list of safe cities. Bordering Mississippi, it is a suburb of Memphis. With impressive shopping, a hospital of its own and a rich heritage, it is a favorite in the area for families.
Rectal, Forehead or Ear temperature: 100.4 FÂ° (38.0Â° C) or higher. Oral (Mouth) temperature: 100Â° F (37.8Â° C) or higher. Under the arm (Armpit) temperature: 99Â° F (37.2Â° C) or higher. Caution: Ear temperatures are not accurate before 6 months of age.
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, a fever is indicated when body temperature rises about one degree or more over the normal temperature of 37.0 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit). About This Image: Body temperature thermometer Adults: A fever is generally agreed to be present if: 1  Temperature in the mouth (oral) is at or over 37.7Â°C (99.9Â°F) 2  Temperature in the anus (rectum/rectal) is at or over 37.5 - 38.3Â°C (99.5 - 100.9Â°F) 3  Temperature under the arm (axillary) or in the ear (otic) is at or over 37.2Â°C (99.0Â°F)