Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 years old. In recent days, the child said his ears hurt. It was noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, there was a buzzing sound in the ear and slightly low-grade fever. Please ask: How should acute otitis media with ear itching be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's otitis media in children, symptomatic treatment with some antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. If the child's condition is more severe, local treatments can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with significant ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be administered. Additionally, if the child has a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. In cases of high fever, it's still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient exhibits severe symptoms, such as a ruptured eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgical intervention may be necessary. After the condition improves, it's advised to have the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.