Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten this week. She has been scratching her ears constantly, complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, and she experiences a buzzing sensation in her ears. She also has a slight fever. My question is: How should I treat her for middle ear infection if she cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
When it comes to treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be given based on the child's symptoms. Local treatment can also be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child primarily exhibits ear pain, it is recommended that parents administer appropriate analgesics to alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. If the patient presents with severe symptoms, such as a ruptured eardrum, surgical treatment in a hospital is necessary. Lastly, it is hoped that parents can take this disease seriously, bring the child to the doctor for early treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures during daily life.