Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. This week, the child told me that his ears hurt a little. In the morning, some yellow earwax came out, and he also had some low fever. Please ask: How should we diagnose and treat middle ear infection and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve the use of symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms. A bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used according to the test results. If the child's primary symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used as needed. In more severe cases, prompt medical attention is necessary. If there are multiple episodes of acute severe symptoms or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.