Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. Recently, he said his ears are itchy and painful. I noticed that his earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and he also has a buzzing sound in his ears. Additionally, he has a slight fever. Could you please advise on how to treat ear pain from otitis media in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. While taking medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Pain relievers can be given according to the child's condition, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child has a high fever, fever-reducing medication should be used appropriately. In case of severe symptoms, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.