Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, who has started elementary school. Recently, the child told me that his ears are a bit painful. He noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and he also has a headache and fever. Please ask: How to treat otitis media and ear pain in children.Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, symptomatic treatment with some antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local medication can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child's ear pain and yellow discharge symptoms are severe, it is recommended to use pain-relieving medication to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be used based on the child's symptoms. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical treatment at the hospital as soon as possible. Otitis media is known for its tendency to recur, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment is necessary. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help the illness recover as soon as possible.