Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Low Body Temperature -post Exercise
I ve been tracking my bbt and I m somewhat below average at about 96.5 in the follicular phase and 97-97.5 in the luteal phase. On a whim, I took my temp a few hours after running a half-marathon, expecting a higher than normal temp, but it was 94.0. I took it twice to be sure. After taking a hot bath (for my sore muscles), it went up, as expected to 98.3. What should I make, if anything of that low reading ? or my somewhat low bbt ?
posted on
Mon, 14 Mar 2011
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 14 Mar 2011
Answered on
Mon, 14 Mar 2011
Last reviewed on
Hello.
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
For bbt, you will have to consider the reading you took after a bath or you can opt for an average of three different readings at three different times of the day. Lower body temp after exercise is due to excessive perspiration during marathon.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
For bbt, you will have to consider the reading you took after a bath or you can opt for an average of three different readings at three different times of the day. Lower body temp after exercise is due to excessive perspiration during marathon.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Basal body temperature
Loading Online Doctors....