Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. Recently, her ears have been a bit painful. She has noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax and a buzzing sound in her ears. Additionally, she has a slight fever. She is asking: How should middle ear infection with ear pain be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used based on the test results. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is suggested to give some pain relief medication depending on the situation. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your child has a problem with a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgery in a timely manner. While being treated, attention should also be paid to arranging a light diet for the child and enhancing nutritional supplementation to help with early recovery.