Patient's question:
Baby girl, currently 2 years old. This week, the child has been scratching her ears, saying they itch. In the morning, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and accompanied by some low fever. Please ask: How should purulent otitis media in children be treated?Doctor's answer:
If the child gets otitis media, first you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. While taking the medication, you can also perform some local treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, you can appropriately give some pain relievers. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child develops severe conditions, such as a perforated eardrum, prompt medical treatment is necessary. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and focus on liquid foods during the treatment period.