Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 5 years old. Lately, the child has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, and her ears are buzzing. She also has a slight fever. Please ask: How should otitis media (ear inflammation) with ear fullness and pain be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs should be administered based on the child's symptoms. An ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used according to the test results. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use some analgesics to relieve the symptoms. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. Middle ear infections are prone to recurrence, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, it needs to be treated promptly. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.