Patient's question:
Girl baby, 3 years old, just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child said her ears feel itchy and painful. In the morning, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How is it best to treat purulent otitis media in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, you can first use some antibiotics that are suitable for the symptoms. Additionally, local treatment can be performed, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child for treatment. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give pain relievers based on the situation. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if a eardrum perforation occurs, it is necessary to undergo surgery in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid getting cold to worsen the symptoms.