Patient's question:
My male child, who is 6 years old, has been complaining that his ears are itchy and painful these days. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge. He also seems to have no appetite and is very weak. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media (middle ear infection) with itchy ears in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, they can first use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child's ear pain is severe, they can also be given appropriate amounts of pain-relieving medication. If the child has a high fever, antipyretics should be used with caution. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, they should go to the hospital as soon as possible for surgery. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid getting cold to prevent symptoms from worsening.