Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child told me her ears hurt a bit. In the morning, her earwax was a bit thick and yellowish, accompanied by some low fever. My question is: How should otitis media (middle ear infection) with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's otitis media in children, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. For children with severe ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a high fever, antipyretics should be used appropriately. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital treatment with surgery is required. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to catching a cold.