Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. Recently, the child has been saying that his ear hurts. Additionally, we noticed that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow, accompanied by some low fever. Please advise: How should we treat the child's middle ear infection and ear itching?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used as the main therapeutic approach. Symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child's symptoms, and the effects are quite good. Local medication can be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child experiences severe ear pain, a small amount of pain reliever can be used as well. Additionally, if a fever is present, some fever-reducing medications can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are relatively common in the current treatment of otitis media. Moreover, if there is a case of tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest time.