Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 2 years old. Recently, he said his ears hurt. Additionally, he has a lot of yellow earwax, and his appetite is poor as well. His throat also feels uncomfortable. Please advise: How should we treat his condition if he has otitis media and cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotics. Local drug treatment can be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be considered. Additionally, if fever is present, fever-reducing drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media currently. Moreover, if there is a case of a ruptured eardrum, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. Parents should also pay attention to proper protective measures for their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.