Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 8 years old. Recently, the child told me that his ears hurt a little. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. I ask: How should otitis media and ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotics. Ear secretion bacterial cultures can be conducted, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. For children with obvious ear pain symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be administered. If the child also has a high fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken if deemed appropriate. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. Additionally, if ear drum perforation occurs, it requires immediate surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid further aggravating the symptoms by getting cold.