Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 7 years old. Recently, she has been scratching her ears and saying they itch. Additionally, I noticed the earwax is purulent, a bit yellow, and accompanied by some low fever. Please advise: How should I treat her otitis media with ear pain?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. A bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If the child's ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is advisable to use analgesics to relieve the symptoms. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used accordingly. If the condition is serious, prompt medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if there is a case of tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. Finally, we hope that parents can take this disease seriously, bring their children to the hospital for early medical treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.