Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by some low-grade fever. Here's the question: How should otitis media and ear pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is otitis media in children, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be effective. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be applied, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. Additionally, if the child has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child exhibits severe symptoms, such as a ruptured eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid exposure to cold to prevent the symptoms from worsening.