Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 5 years old. This week, the child said her ears were itchy and painful. In the morning, yellow earwax came out, accompanied by headache and fever. Question: How should otitis media be treated if the child cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to alleviate inflammation symptoms. Local medication treatments can be used, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's primary symptom is ear pain, parents may consider giving mild pain relievers to ease the discomfort. If the child has a fever, they can administer fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent episodes, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, prompt treatment is necessary. Parents should also take precautions to protect their children from reinfection to prevent another episode of otitis media.