Patient's question:
My son is 2 years old. This week, the child said his ears feel itchy and painful. Additionally, we noticed that the earwax is purulent, a bit yellow, and it's accompanied by a headache and fever. Please advise: How should otitis media with itchy ears be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, you can first use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Additionally, local treatment can be performed, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. If the child experiences severe ear pain, it is recommended to give pain relief medication according to the situation. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used with caution. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is important to seek hospital treatment for surgery in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is also necessary to pay attention to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest.