Patient's question:
Female baby, only 4 years old. Recently, the child told me that her ears hurt a little. In the morning, I found that the earwax was purulent, a bit yellow, and accompanied by headache and fever. Question: How should otitis media with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child primarily presents with ear pain, it is recommended that parents can appropriately administer pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has a high fever, appropriate antipyretics should be used. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child exhibits symptoms of a tympanic membrane perforation, prompt medical treatment in the hospital is required. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.