Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 5 years old, in recent days, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, there was some yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with ear itching be diagnosed and treated in children.Doctor's answer:
To treat pediatric otitis media, parents can first give their child anti-inflammatory medications. While taking the medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. In cases of ear pain, pain relievers can be given to the child. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing drugs should be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent episodes. If there is a condition of eardrum perforation, it requires timely medical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid the recurrence of otitis media.