Patient's question:
Boy, who is 9 years old, has been scratching his ears recently and says they itch. In the morning, there was slightly thick and slightly yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. Question: How should otitis media and tinnitus in children be treated better?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Local medication can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can be given, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, parents can provide fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication methods, if the child's condition is severe and results in a eardrum perforation, it is necessary to seek surgical treatment at the hospital. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.