Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 4 years old. Recently, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, her appetite is not good, and her throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media with ear fullness and pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
It is appropriate to use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. You can perform a bacterial culture of ear discharge. Based on the test results, use anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to consider giving pain medication depending on the situation. If the child also has a high fever, it is advisable to take fever-reducing medication as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a ruptured eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.