Patient's question:
Boys, who are already 9 years old, have been complaining of ear pain for the past few days. Additionally, there is occasional yellow fluid discharge, accompanied by headaches and fever. The question is: How should otitis media with ear itching be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used for clinical treatment of otitis media in children. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Additionally, local treatment can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child's primary symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate analgesics to relieve the pain. If the child also has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child develops severe conditions, such as a perforated eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid a recurrence of otitis media.