Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, attending elementary school. Recently, the child has complained of ear pain. It has been noticed that there is yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by some low-grade fever. Question: How can otitis media (middle ear infection) with ear pain be effectively treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed by using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with significant ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be applied. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic drugs should be used judiciously. In severe cases, prompt medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if there is a case of eardrum perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a balanced diet and sleep schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.