Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 4 years old. Recently, he said his ears are itchy and painful. In the morning, there is occasionally yellow fluid coming out, and his ears are buzzing. He also has a slight fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat otitis media with ear itching in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be used appropriately. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. For children with significant ear pain symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be applied. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. However, 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 a child exhibits eardrum perforation symptoms, timely medical treatment and surgery are necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent the symptoms from worsening due to catching a cold.