Patient's question:
My little girl is 8 years old. Recently, she has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. I noticed that occasionally, there is a yellowish discharge coming out, and her ears are buzzing. She also has a slightly low fever. I would like to know: how can I treat ear pain and inflammation (otitis media) in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be selected based on the situation. A bacterial culture of ear can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used according to the test results. For children with significant ear pain symptoms, analgesic drugs can be used. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing drugs can be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child experiences severe conditions, such as a perforated eardrum, immediate treatment is required. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is recommended.