Patient's question:
My little girl is 4 years old. Recently, she has been experiencing some ear pain. I noticed that her earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and she also has a buzzing sensation in her ear. Additionally, she has a slight fever. Could you please advise on the best way to treat ear pain caused by otitis media in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child gets otitis media, first you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Local medication can be used, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child's ear hurts more, you can also give some analgesic drugs appropriately. Additionally, if there is a fever, you can take some fever-reducing medication. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are currently commonly used for treating otitis media. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, it needs to be treated with surgery in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.