Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. In recent days, the child told me that his ears feel a bit painful. He noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and his appetite is also poor, with a sore throat. Please ask: How should myringitis media be diagnosed and treated in children if they cannot hear clearly?Doctor's answer:
For treating pediatric otitis media, parents can first give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. Parents can also use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents provide appropriate pain relief medication. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If this does not alleviate the symptoms, medical attention is necessary. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child's condition is severe and results in a ruptured eardrum, surgical treatment in a hospital is required. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, focusing on a light diet, and ensuring they get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.