Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 years old. Recently, the child's ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and the ears were buzzing. There was a slight fever. Please ask: How should otitis media in children be diagnosed and treated if they cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child's symptoms, and local treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. In cases of ear pain, pain relievers can also be given to the child. If the child has a high fever, appropriate doses of fever-reducing medication should be used. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child's condition worsens to the point of eardrum perforation, surgical treatment at a hospital is necessary. During the treatment period, it is essential to keep the child warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to catching a cold.