Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, her ears have been a bit painful. Additionally, her earwax is slightly thick and yellowish, and she has a buzzing sensation in her ears. She also has a low-grade fever. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media, which causes ear fullness and pain in children?Doctor's answer:
To effectively treat otitis media, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor, based on the symptoms. Local treatment options include using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain-relieving medication to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child experiences a eardrum perforation, it is advised to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and primarily consume liquid foods.