Patient's question:
My daughter is 9 years old. Recently, she has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, she has a lot of yellow earwax, poor appetite, and a sore throat. Please advise: How should otitis media with ear fullness and pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first they can take some symptomatic antibiotics. Bacterial culture of ear discharge can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can also be given, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the suffering. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be used based on the child's symptoms. In severe cases, seek medical treatment at the hospital as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and take the child to the doctor for early medical treatment. Additionally, proper prevention and health care measures should be taken on a daily basis.