Patient's question:
My daughter, who is 9 years old, has been complaining that her ears are itchy and painful lately. Upon examination, I noticed that her earwax is purulent, a bit yellow, and she seems to have poor appetite and low energy. Please advise: How can otitis media in children be effectively treated if they cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
If the child has otitis media, first you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Local medication can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with obvious ear pain symptoms, you can use pain-relieving medication. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.