Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 4 years old. In the past few days, the child said he has a sore ear. In the morning, yellow earwax was found to be leaking out, accompanied by a headache and fever. Question: How to treat otitis media and ear pain in children.Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, they can be given anti-inflammatory medication for symptomatic relief. Parents can apply topical treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. For children with pronounced ear pain symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If there is a case of a ruptured eardrum, parents can consider surgical treatment for their child. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.