Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 6 years old, these days, the child has been scratching her ears, saying they are itchy. In the morning, the earwax was a bit thick and slightly yellow, and her ears were buzzing, and she had a slight fever. Please ask: How should otitis media and tinnitus be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used as the main therapeutic approach. Symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child's symptoms, which have shown good efficacy. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child primarily exhibits ear pain symptoms, it is recommended that parents provide appropriate pain-relieving medication to alleviate the discomfort. If the child also has fever symptoms, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. If acute severe episodes occur frequently or if a eardrum perforation has already developed, surgical intervention should be performed in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help facilitate early recovery from the disease.