Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. Recently, the child told me that his ears feel a bit sore. In the morning, he discovered that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with itching in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If the child has otitis media, first you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. You can choose local drug treatment, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops, or you can give some pain relievers based on the child's condition, especially when the earache is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. Additionally, if there is a fever, you can also take some fever-reducing medication. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child experiences severe conditions, such as a tympanic membrane perforation, timely treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light and easy-to-digest foods. Rest is also crucial, and fatigue should be avoided.