Patient's question:
My boy, who is 7 years old, told me that his ears have been a bit painful recently. In the morning, the earwax was a bit thick and slightly yellow, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please advise: How should middle ear infections and tinnitus in children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on the symptoms. Local drug treatment can be administered, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be selected. If the child has ear pain, pain relievers can be given as well. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there is a possibility of eardrum perforation, parents can consider surgical treatment for the child. During daily life, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet should be the main focus during the treatment period.