Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. This week, he has been scratching his ears, saying they are itchy. Additionally, there are occasional yellowish liquids leaking out, and he also feels a buzzing sound in his ears and has a slightly low fever. I would like to ask: How should I treat my child's otitis media and tinnitus?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, they can first use some symptomatic antibiotic medication, or local medication, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. In cases of ear pain, pain relievers can also be given to the child. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Furthermore, if there is a case of a tympanic membrane perforation, it needs to be treated with surgery in a timely manner. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.