Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. Upon examination, I found that the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow, and she also has a headache and fever. Please advise: How should acute otitis media with ear fullness and pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
To treat pediatric otitis media, parents can first give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. While taking the medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate pain relief medication can be given. If the child has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be administered. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if the eardrum has perforated, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.