Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and she also had some low-grade fever. Please advise on how to treat middle ear infections and tinnitus in children effectively.Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for children's otitis media. Parents can choose them according to the symptoms. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to administer pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medications should be used. If the condition is severe, prompt medical attention is necessary. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is advised to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is essential to keep the child warm and avoid further worsening of symptoms due to colds.