Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, who has started elementary school. Recently, the child has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How should acute otitis media with ear fullness and pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local medication can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can be given, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child also has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication. In serious cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. Otitis media is prone to recurring, and if there is a eardrum perforation, it needs to be treated promptly. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest.