Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 5 years old. In recent days, the child has said that her ears hurt. In the morning, yellow earwax has been discharged. Additionally, it seems she has no appetite and feels very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with ear pain be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating these types of diseases, you can give the child some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Local medication can also be used, and you can choose anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some pain relievers based on the situation. If the child also has a high fever, it is appropriate to take some fever-reducing medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media at present. Additionally, if there is a case of a perforated eardrum, it requires timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent the symptoms from worsening due to catching a cold.