Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 8 years old. Recently, the child has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is occasionally a yellowish liquid discharge, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How to treat otitis media and ear pain in the child.Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's pediatric otitis media,, which is quite effective. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. In case of ear pain, pain relievers can also be given to the child. If the child has a high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medication should be used. If the condition is serious, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet consisting mainly of light foods. Rest is also important, and fatigue should be avoided.