Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. Recently, he has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is occasionally a yellowish liquid discharge, along with some low-grade fever. Please advise: How should otitis media with ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child's symptoms, which are quite effective. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child experiences severe ear pain, pain relievers can be used in moderation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be given. If the condition does not improve, medical attention is necessary. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child's condition worsens and a tympanic membrane perforation occurs, surgery is required at the hospital. It is important to maintain a light diet during daily life, and a liquid diet should be followed during treatment.