Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 years old. Lately, his ears have been a bit sore. Upon checking, I noticed the earwax was purulent and slightly yellow. Additionally, he has a headache and a fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat middle ear infection with itchy ears?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used for the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms or use local medication, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate analgesics to alleviate it. If the child also has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is a condition prone to recurrence, and if there is a condition of tympanic membrane perforation, it requires timely treatment. During the treatment period, it is advisable to follow a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.