Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in elementary school. Recently, the child has been experiencing some ear pain. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow, accompanied by headache and fever. Question: How to treat conductive hearing loss caused by otitis media in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. Bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. Additionally, if fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child shows severe symptoms, such as a perforated eardrum, timely treatment is required. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and eats more vegetables and fruits.