Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 7 years old. Recently, the child has said her ears are itchy and painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, her appetite is poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media be diagnosed and treated when the child cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used for clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Parents can use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. When the child's ear pain is severe, they can also take some pain-relieving medication in moderation. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing drugs. If the symptoms are severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the patient experiences severe symptoms such as eardrum perforation, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment in a timely manner. Pay attention to a light diet during daily life, and primarily consume liquid foods during the treatment period.