Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 5 years old, this week, the child told me his ears hurt a bit, noticed that there was some yellow earwax coming out, at the same time, his appetite wasn't good either, his throat felt uncomfortable. Please ask: How to treat otitis media and ear pain in children.Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first they can take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. While taking the medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can be given, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If these methods do not provide relief, medical attention must be sought. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media at present. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, it requires timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention must be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest.