Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in elementary school. Recently, the child told me that his ears are a bit painful. In the morning, there was some yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by low-grade fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. Local drug treatment can be applied, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medication. When a child's ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can be used appropriately. If the child has a fever, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. In severe cases, it should be treated by seeking medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. In addition, if there is a case of a eardrum perforation, it is necessary to undergo surgical treatment promptly. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.