Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. This week, the child told me that his ears are a bit painful, and there is also some yellow earwax discharge. Additionally, he has a low fever. I would like to ask: How should middle ear infection in children, which causes difficulty in hearing, be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain, analgesics can also be given to the child. If the child has a high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medication should be used. If the condition is serious, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a symptom of a ruptured eardrum, medical surgery is needed in a timely manner. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures for the child to avoid re-inflammation of otitis media.