Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, who has started elementary school. Recently, the child told me that he has a slight earache and noticed that yellow fluid occasionally drips out. At the same time, it seems he has no appetite and is very weak. Here's the question: How should we treat the child's otitis media and itchy ears?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used for clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose based on symptoms. Parents can use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child's ear pain is severe, they can also be given appropriate pain relief medication. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are the commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child develops a perforated eardrum, they need to be taken to the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is essential to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent symptoms from worsening.