Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ears hurt a bit. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and she also seemed to have little appetite and feel very weak. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media with ear itching effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose based on symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. In cases of ear pain, pain relievers can be given to the child. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be administered. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the patient experiences severe symptoms, such as a ruptured eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be required. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid recurrent otitis media.