Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 9 years old. Recently, the child has been saying that her ears are itchy and painful. Additionally, there is occasionally yellowish fluid discharge, and she also has a headache and fever. I would like to ask: How should middle ear infections with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. Pain in the ear can also be relieved with painkillers for the child. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there is a case of eardrum perforation, parents can consider surgical treatment for the child. During the treatment period, it is also important to pay attention to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.