Patient's question:
Boys, who are already 9 years old, have been complaining of ear pain in recent days. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow, and it seems that there is also a lack of appetite and fatigue. Please ask: How is it better to treat otitis media and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child's symptoms, which are quite effective. Parents can use topical ear drops for anti-inflammatory treatment. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents provide appropriate pain relief medication. If the child also has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child experiences severe conditions, such as a perforated eardrum, immediate medical treatment is necessary. Lastly, we hope parents can take this disease seriously, bring their children to the hospital for early diagnosis and treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.