Is it convenient to use this thermometer on yourself - in other words "self-use" and not to use on another individual?
1103232
It is convenient to be used in both ways , self use and use on other persons as it is quick, save and needs no sterilization
1103233
Only in front of a mirror because it is very hard to judge the short distance of 1 inch from the end of the unit to your temple.
160190
no. never rely on the built-in thermometer. spend some money on a good bbq thermometer. you won't regret it.
534216
I don't think it's designed to be a basal thermometer, but you can use the app (free to download) even without the thermometer to track symptoms and temperatures.
1621385
I agree with the other posters - it's all about the temperature you are exposing it to. As long as it stays under the rated temp (392), you're good to go. Going over that temp will ruin the thermometer (I know, I've done it not once, but TWICE). If you want a high-heat thermometer, check out thermoworks.com, but they are very expensive :(
675534
You can use it on yourself, but it's not as effective as combing with some other combs. This one doesn't pick up the tiny, pepper sized newly hatched lice. I found one on my daughter's hair and combed over it repeatedly with this and it registered nothing. Maybe if you do it for 10 days straight, you stop the lifecycle? It does help me feel less OCD after my husband has combed through my hair and I still itch - I put the comb where I itch and it doesn't register anything and I feel calmer.
1175467
Yes. It's not designed for self use at all. It is for one person to use on another. It was originally designed to be used on horses. Doctors started using it on patients and the rest is history. Maxi Pro makes a great self massager designed for this exact reason (Thumper Mini Pro 2 Massager). Hope this helpsThumper Mini Pro 2
1386284
Yes, you can only use one if you wish, the other one could or could not be used for other temp readings ie in you fridge or perhaps use it to monitor temp outside of the house.
376475
Yes, it is very easy to use. When I travel I just hit the temp button to the desired temperature I want it when I'm gone and then hold it for however many days I'm gone. I'm very happy with it.
301993
It can tell if someone is relatively warm compared to someone else (believe me I've experimented), however does not give an accurate temperature for medical purposes. Usually it reads skin temperatures to be around the mid 80s, which doesn't really help when you're trying to figure out if you're feverish. There are skin thermometers that can read forehead temps, but they are tactile. Also I wouldn't want to point the laser towards someone's eyes!
60374
Sorry - I don't know - I rarely use the self timer. I would think that you could - but I'm not sure.
131887
You can use this yourself. It just needs to be held firmly in place by the hand you aren't using to give the shot.
891392
Not really. I think it's more accurate but I also bought the wrist monitor because I can use it myself. My health aide uses the one on my arm
420789
It is consistent +/- 0.3 degrees.... There are variables of the user technique and subject. For example, I've had patients take off a hat and it reads at least a degree or two higher than it will only 30 seconds later. Also, distance from skin is a factor. You must consider too that body temperature, while remaining within a narrow homeostatic range, does vary itself from moment to moment. What I will say is that this meter INVARIABLY detects elevated temperatures and fever.
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Absolutely! I always use it when I cook. Though it can't detect internal temperature like the others said, it's incredibly useful to know how hot your pan is. After using it for a while, you learn exactly what temperature you need to have to get the best results. It's improved my cooking more than any other tool.
2274836
Yes, I use it myself to tag dates of my food purchases. This makes me aware of which to use first. I also use it to tag boxes of electronic purchases. This helps me find the receipt on my charge statements.
2134085
I have only used it on adults but it gives accurate temp readings so I don't see why it would be different.
2232607
I find it's more convenient to use a thermometer that clips onto your measuring cup, such as a candy thermometer, but I suppose you could use it just holding it in the liquid.