Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 8 years old. In the past few days, the child has said that his ears are itchy and painful. It has been noticed that yellow earwax is coming out, and it is accompanied by some low fever. Question: How should otitis media (middle ear infection) with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are currently commonly used in the treatment of otitis media and can be selected accordingly. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, analgesic medications can be considered. Additionally, if the child has a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In case of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures for their children to avoid recurrence of otitis media.