Customer Reviews:
 Essential item for every first aid box especially for parents December 28, 2007
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
When I asked my hubby what to put in this review he said "What is there to say about it but its simple and it works, buy it"
Essentially he is right. With a reading in just a couple of seconds it is perfect for looking after the kids and after buying ours, instead of the usual babygrow etc its the gift I've bought for everyone who's just had a baby. Its refreshing also to see its the same unit that my doc has in the surgery, similar to the one in casualty and same as the one our HV has. With those sort of recommendations and Amazons great price. Why buy anything else?
Best on the market August 1, 2007
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I'm a GP and have tried many different thermometers - I don't have any shares with these guys but it is the best I came across so far. Easy to use and always exact. The problem with most thermometers is that over time they need re-calibration but this one goes for years and still gives the correct temperature. In my job you need one you can trust and this one delivers - most of my colleagues are also using it now.
Good product July 1, 2007
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Bought this to replace my older braun of over 6 years old. Do remember that it is sensitive. If you suspect sore ears (tends to be unilateral), the sore side can exhibit a slightly higher temp...useful tip I hope. Of course, if you have an otoscope or auriscope.....
Essential kit for anyone with small children November 28, 2005
59 out of 59 found this review helpful
I've been using a Braun thermoscan for four years since our first child arrived. I regard it as absolutely essential for the safe caring of children. With one of these, you can take a child's temperature accurately and in a couple of seconds, even if they are asleep.Children can develop extremely high temeperatures very quickly. With one of these, you can accurately monitor the progression of the illness and check that the Calpol / Neurophen is doing its stuff. If the temperature doesn't respond to the medicine, that's a sign to monitor things more closely and get help if the temperature goes too high. There's a bit of technique required to get consistent readings, but follow the instructions and you'll do fine. Basically you turn it on, place it in the ear, pull back the ear lobe and press the button til it beeps. It's usually worth measuring both ears - any significant difference between the two can mean an ear-infection on one side, or your technique needs checking! The battery seems to last forever so no worries there. Contrary to Braun's advice, I've found you can re-use the disposable caps quite a few times (it could get very pricey if you didn't). A quick rub with a baby wipe gets them clean, though if you start to get inconsistent readings then try changing the cap. We have 3 small children and there's no way I'd be without one of these, so very very strongly recommended to any parent.
Excellent product- a must buy for every parent September 24, 2005
39 out of 39 found this review helpful
I am a doctor and this is the best electronic item i bought for my child ever. I bought it before he was born and he is now 3 years old and it is still in perfect working condition. Whenever he cries and all the normal things( like a nappy change, feeds etc) have been sorted out we check his temperature and invariably he is running a temperature without us realising it. Everyone who has a small child will know how cranky children become when they are sick. They will not let you use a thermomter ( even the paper one we have in the NHS).
This braun one takes a second and now my son uses it himself in his ear and gives it to me to read!!! I strongly recommend this to evry parent and also for adult use.
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