Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started kindergarten. Recently, she told me her ears are a bit painful. I noticed some yellow earwax coming out, and she seems to have little appetite and low energy. Here are my questions: How should I treat middle ear infection and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's otitis media in children, symptomatic treatment with some antibiotics can be given to the child, which is quite effective. Local medications can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to promptly visit a hospital for surgical treatment. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, strengthen nutritional supplementation, and help them recover as soon as possible.