Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started kindergarten. This week, the child said her ears felt itchy and painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please ask: How can she effectively treat otitis media with itchy ears?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. It can also be combined with some local treatment methods, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops, or pain relief medication can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child also has a high fever, medication should be used according to the symptoms. In severe cases, please go to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child's condition is severe and there is a need for a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgery. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child is well-warmed to prevent further worsening of the symptoms due to catching a cold.