If only I had a pound for every time I was asked that question.  Seriously, it’s a very common question.  The answer to the question is a resounding yes.  Baby ear thermometers just quantify the amount of infra-red radiation emitted within the ear.  It doesn’t make any difference to the device whether it’s the ear of a baby, an older child or an adult - the end result is the same.  These products are of course targeted at babies in terms if marketing efforts - this is predominantly because most would prefer to buy a conventional thermometer if just intended for adults use (much cheaper).  However, they work just as well in all users.

The next question that I’m asked is that when used on babies the device is operated by someone else, so is it possible to take one’s own temperature?  Again, the answer to this question is yes.  These devices are very simply to use just involving inserting the sensor into the ear and pushing a button.  it’s very easy to take your own temperature.

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