Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. Recently, the child has said that his ears are itchy and painful. Additionally, yellow earwax has been leaking out, and he also seems to have no appetite and low energy. I would like to ask: How is it best to treat otitis media with itchy ears in children?Doctor's answer:
First, parents can give their children some anti-inflammatory medication to treat pediatric otitis media. Parents can also use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for their children. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can be given, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if a eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.