Patient's question:
Female baby, 3 years old, just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child told me that her ears feel a bit painful. Additionally, there is occasional yellow discharge. She also has a headache and fever. Please ask: How to treat otitis media with ear fullness and pain in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, the main approach is the use of antibiotic medications. Symptomatic drugs can be administered based on the child's symptoms, which is quite effective. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child experiences severe ear pain, it is recommended to provide pain relievers as appropriate. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medications or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. If your child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to promptly visit the hospital for surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.