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    Feb 5, 2013, 10:10 PM
    Do you add 2 degrees to an armpit temp?
    My baby is 2 weeks old she feels warm and has an armpit temp of 99.2. Do I add 2 degrees to that and if so should I seek medical attention?
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    Feb 5, 2013, 10:28 PM
    You add one degree. At two weeks old with this temp, you should get baby to the doctor.
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