Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. Recently, he said his ears hurt, and I noticed the earwax was purulent, a bit yellow. Additionally, his appetite is not good, and his throat feels uncomfortable. Please advise: How is it better to treat otitis media and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs, and you can also combine them with some local treatment methods, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, you can consider giving pain-relieving medication. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be used based on the child's symptoms. In severe cases, please go to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible. If the child has a tympanic membrane perforation, it is recommended to seek surgical treatment at the hospital as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to taking protective measures for their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.